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26Sep

How to Grow and Use Bell Peppers in Home Canning Recipes

Posted by Diane D

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...

17Sep

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Basil – A Versatile Herb Used Fresh in Home Canning Recipes

Posted by Diane D

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...

10Sep

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Pressure Canning Applesauce the Safe and Easy Way This Fall

Posted by Diane D

Your grocery aisle 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....

13Jun

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Asparagus Canning Season – Why Can Asparagus?

Posted by Diane D

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...