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chezlarae
“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…
How to Create a Beautiful Thanksgiving Table (Plus Recipes!)
You’ve planned your delicious Thanksgiving menu, refined your guest list, and curated the perfect playlist. The next step is to create…
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…
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…