Table of Contents Rhubarb season does not wait for you. It comes, it peaks, and if you are not paying attention, you have missed it for another year. I had a full pantry, a move coming up this summer, and every practical reason in the world to skip canning this week. Instead, I went out … Read more
There is a lot of work that goes into building a pantry—from growing the food and preserving it to learning how to shop in bulk. However, the most critical part of managing a pantry happens right now, just before the new gardening season begins.
In This Post Why I Can My Own Soups A Note on Canning Safety: What Not to Include Recipe 1: Creamy Potato Leek Soup Base Recipe 2: Hearty Chicken Taco Soup Recipe 3: Versatile Vegetable Soup How to Pressure Can Your Soups Printable Checklist Having a shelf full of home-canned soup is one of the … Read more
In This Post Why Can Your Own Beans? The Importance of Soaking and Rinsing Method 1: Parboiling (Best for Large/Firm Beans) Method 2: Soak & Heat (Best for Smaller/Softer Beans) A Look at Pressure Canners The Canning Process: Step by Step Troubleshooting: Flat Sour and Starchy Jars Printable Checklist Today, we are tackling one of … Read more
This time of year, as the garden starts to wind down, our work shifts from harvesting outside to preserving inside. It’s a busy season, but one of my favorites, because it’s all about stocking our pantry for the quiet months ahead. For the first time in over 15 years, I didn’t raise our own meat
Sweet cherries and cardamom are a match made in summer kitchen heaven. This jam is warm and rich with just a hint of spice—perfect for spreading on toast, spooning over yogurt, or layering in desserts. And if you’re looking for something a little different, the same base can be turned into a cherry concentrate for … Read more
