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.
FOOD PRESERVATION
Your Guide to Vinegar: The Best for Pickling, the Sneaky Labels, and How Long it Lasts
Vinegar is a key component in making refrigerator pickles and many canning recipes. Choose the proper type for a safe, shelf stable product or for flavoring meals.
Fermentation 101 — How to Get Started with DIY Probiotics
Are you ready to dive into fermentation? It’s an easy way to preserve fresh produce, but the process can sound a bit intimidating (it’s not!).
Easy Pear Butter Recipe for Canning
This pear butter recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. It’s a safe canning recipe great for adding to the pantry.
Fermented Pumpkin: a Twist on Preserving Squash
For an unusually flavorful way to preserve pumpkin and add probiotics to your diet, try this pumpkin recipe with cardamom seeds for a surprising snack!
How to Make Homemade Grape Jelly (Easy Recipe for Canning)
Even if you don’t have ripe grapes on hand, you can whip up a batch of jelly. This grape jelly recipe can be made even in the winter with this little trick.
Try this Easy Honey Maple Fig Jam Recipe
This easy fig and ginger jam recipe starts with fresh figs & is sweetened with honey & maple syrup. This fig spread is a snap to make in a slow cooker!
Canning Supplies: Equipment You Need to Get Started
While home food preservation is not difficult, there are some things to know. Get started with an understanding of the necessary canning equipment. From canning jars and lids to water bath canners and pressure canners, here’s what you need to know to safely preserve your garden harvest at home.
Homemade Nectarine Jam Recipe
Use sweet summertime nectarines to make up a batch of nectarine jam for your morning toast! Can it using safe methods for a shelf-stable addition to your pantry.