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Finding Connection One Jar at A Time

November 21, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to connect with family and friends can be challenging. We often get caught up in our daily routines, leaving little room for the moments that truly matter. As someone who has always cherished the simplicity and tradition of home-cooked meals, I’ve found a way…

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Why did my Borscht soup turn orange?

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February 18, 2024

What is Borscht and its Culinary History? Borscht is a traditional Eastern European soup that is particularly associated with Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and other Slavic cuisines. It is typically made with beetroots as a primary ingredient, which gives the soup its characteristic deep red color. However, variations of borscht exist,…

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Canning Lid Failure Test

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February 9, 2022

In the past two years, learning the art and craft of home canning has really gained interest across the globe. With this surge of new interest, many suppliers could not keep up with demand. Couple this with a downturn in the economy, logistical issues and the cost of raw materials…

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Preparing Fruit for Canning

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February 3, 2022

Here are a few important tips and instructions to help you prepare your fruit for home canning. In addition to selecting the highest-quality fruits, there are some key techniques I would like to share to help you wash, cut and peel your fruit successfully – especially seeing we will be…

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The 5 Best Tips if Canning with a Nesco 9 Quart Smart

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August 12, 2021

Pressure Canning can be a very scary task for many of you. And thanks to the power of the Internet and unqualified canning groups on social media, navigating these waters can be even more scary. I received a question via email this week. I believe the question and answer were…

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Top 10 Rules of Pressure Canning

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February 17, 2021

Author of The Complete Guide to Pressure Canning, Diane Devereaux, The Canning Diva®, shares her top ten rules of pressure canning so canners may stay safe in the kitchen and conquer their fears of using a pressure canner. I hear all the time from followers and class attendees – I…

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Bell Peppers in Home Canning Recipes

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September 26, 2019

There are so many uses for bell peppers in canning. It starts with knowing what to grow, or purchase, that helps make your recipe delicious! Did you know there is a female and a male bell pepper? Bet you didn’t think it even mattered while shopping in the grocery store…

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Basil – A Versatile Herb Used Fresh in Home Canning Recipes

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September 17, 2019

If we had to play a game and I said “Quick! Name the first herb that pops into your head,” there’s a pretty good chance you’d say “Basil!” It’s surely one of the most commonly used herbs and one that many individuals first learn how to cook with. But…

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Which Apples Makes the Best Applesauce

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September 10, 2019

Commercially canned applesauce seems like a super healthy choice for you and your kids, right? Not necessarily. Turn to the nutrition label and your jaw may hit the floor when you look at how much sugar is in each serving. It’s crazy! A good solution though is homemade applesauce. It’s…

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Asparagus Canning Season – Why Can Asparagus?

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June 13, 2018

Asparagus is Best Preserved In some areas, asparagus has a bad reputation, almost like Brussels sprouts or Lima beans. But I’m here to tell you it’s a kick-butt super-food and when prepared well, it is absolutely delicious! You can boil it, steam it, roast it, grill it, pickle it, or…

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