7 Pantry Freezer Meals to Save Time This Winter

Meal prepping in winter: Chelsea stands in her log home kitchen with stacks of freezer meals on the butcher block island.

In This Post Why I Love Pantry Freezer Meals Beef Stew Slow-Cooked Pork Roast Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken Chili Mac (Sauce Only) Chicken & Rice Casserole Hearty Vegetable Lentil Soup Three-Bean Enchilada Bake Final Thoughts Why I Love Pantry Freezer Meals If there’s one thing that has saved me over and over—especially during the busy … Read more

How to Pressure Can Homemade Soup: 3 Hearty Recipes

A row of quart mason jars filled with homemade pressure-canned soups sitting on a wooden counter.

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

How to Pressure Can Beans: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Chelsea from Little Mountain Ranch stands in her kitchen with her arms wide, showing off a large batch of over 50 jars of freshly pressure-canned beans lined up on the island.

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