Food preservation techniques and recipes to help preserve seasonal produce and cut your grocery budget.
Here we are near the end of August and sweet corn season is winding down! It has been a crazy summer at our farm (but in a good way!) The corn has done remarkably well considering the soggy weather we have had lately all summer. I have tried to stay connected with you guys during …
Read More about Sweet Corn Relish Recipe These Pickled Red Onions are a zesty topping for burgers, dogs, and tacos. Process them in a water bath canner for long term storage, or make up a quick batch for the fridge.
Read More about Pickled Red Onions Enjoy these pickled garlic scapes atop a salad, or as an addition to your relish tray. This hot water bath canning recipe is great for beginner canners.
Read More about Pickled Garlic Scapes I am really starting to appreciate small batch jam making. We are just too busy lately for me to be able to devote an entire day to jam making and canning, and honestly, while it is nice to have a large supply of jams and jellies on hand I really don’t need 10 jars of …
Read More about Small Batch Blackberry Jam So, I was told that this is the last weekend for strawberries. I hate when the strawberry season ends, but we have taken full advantage of the season, we have made preserves and eaten a ton fresh, but I still need to get some in the freezer. I whole-heartedly believe strawberries are best enjoyed just as they are: …
Read More about 3 Super Easy Ways to Freeze Fresh Strawberries Does anyone else do a happy dance when you see fresh strawberries are finally available at local farm stands and farmers markets? Because the strawberry season is over in the blink of an eye, I don’t mind putting in some time in the kitchen to make sure I can enjoy strawberry treats all throughout …
Read More about Old Fashioned Strawberry Preserves