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Celebrate summer by gathering friends and hosting a Refrigerator Pickle Party. Refrigerator pickles are easy as you do not need…
Pressure Canned Chicken
“Why would anyone can chicken and store in it their pantry?” “Are we preparing for the end of times?” “You…
Three Citrus & Vanilla Bean Marmalade
I was recently a guest blogger for a fantastic website called Canning Crafts. This marmalade was first posted on their…
Marinated Fresh Cranberries
My dear friend Margie Schroeder of Lake Oswego, Oregon, introduced me to this very unique and fresh cranberry recipe. I thought…
Watermelon Rind and Habanero Pickles
This post originally was published on the blog Canning Crafts. I had the honor of being their guest blogger and showcased…
Pickled Green Tomatoes
Green tomatoes are famous in their fried preparation, but did you know that pickling them is also a great way to use the…
Concord Grape Jelly
Making Concord grape jelly is my favorite canning project of the season. I love giving it to friends as it is very…
Pickled Cherries: Preserve the Healthy Powers of Sweet Cherries to Enjoy Year-Round
Northwest cherries have a sweet, candy-like flavor and are packed with health benefits. From reducing diabetes to ensuring a good night’s…
Blueberry Jam
Lock in the fresh taste of summer with blueberry jam. I prefer u-pick, no-spray berries if you can find them.…
Apricot Jam
I found a basket of fresh apricots at my local farmstand. They were irregular-sized, some slightly bruised, and very fragrant.…