Fresh berry season is a great time to make a batch of strawberry puree. Make some to enjoy right away or process in a water bath for a shelf-stable product.
FOOD PRESERVATION
But canning isn’t the only way to preserve food for long-term storage. In addition to water bath and pressure canning, dehydrating fruits and vegetables, fermentation, and freezing are other methods to try. Start with the food preservation method that seems most doable to you. Soon you’ll have a pantry full of produce to enjoy in the off-season.
Making Apricot Jam: Freezer or Canning Recipe
Fresh apricots are a summertime favorite. Make this as apricot freezer jam or use a water bath method to preserve the jam for the pantry.
How to Dry Green Onions
Keep the flavor of scallions at your fingertips when you start drying green onions. It’s a great way to preserve them and eliminate waste.
How to Make Pineapple Jam (Safe Canning Recipe)
This small batch recipe for homemade pineapple jam results in a delicious tropical fruit spread perfect for spreading on toast.
Fermented Foods: 50+ Recipes to Get You Started
Get started with fermenting today! It’s easy, and fermented foods are great for your gut. These fermented foods recipes are a great place to start.
Embrace Pressure Canning for Home Food Preservation
Pressure canning can seem intimidating when you are just learning to preserve food at home. These tips will help you confidently use your pressure canner.
Spicy Fermented Sugar Snap Peas
These fermented sugar snap peas are a great addition to your home preservation plans. When your peas are going off, be sure to make up several jars – you’ll love them.
Fermented Beet Sauerkraut
Beet sauerkraut with red cabbage is an easy recipe to ferment and it’s so good for you. Here’s how to make it at home with garden fresh produce.
Water Bath Canning: Step by Step Guide to Getting Started
Preserving foods using the water bath canning method allows you to create shelf-stable canned goods at home, and it’s perfect for beginners. Here’s how to do it safely.