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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.…
Oregon Marionberry Jam
Oregon Marionberries are special. Marionberries are a unique type of blackberry developed and grown in Oregon. This berry is conical-shaped, with a tart and earthy…
Dill Pickles
You’ve seen the pickling cucumbers at the farmer’s markets deep in the summer. They are so cute, but you pass…
Cherry Moonshine
Skip buying flavored vodkas and make your own. Summer is the ideal time to visit your farmstands and find the…
Chocolate-Bing Cherry Jam
Cherry season is fleeting. The trick is to find as many uses as you can to preserve their ruby-red, sweet…
