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Posted by d.aiman June 12, 2014

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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated June 13, 2014 I don't know - but suspect - there could be a density issue with your recipe secondary to the PH problem with canning it....or, double trouble.

Produce Shelf-life in Fridge

Posted by LocavoreT June 9, 2014

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ivarlucasUpdated June 13, 2014 Yes there is this great company called Fresh paper. They have designed a paper that you put into your fruit bowl or fridge drawer that allows you to keep you produce fresh for up to 2 to 4 times as long. I found a great article on...

Presto Weights jiggle speed?

Posted by thatcompostguy June 12, 2014

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digdirt2Updated June 12, 2014 Best I could come up with off the top of my head. Happened to be doing some dried beans at the time and it seemed to fit pretty good. Rap just doesn't work. :) Dave

freezing green tomatoes

Posted by garden_fool(zone 9 TX) June 12, 2014

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digdirt2Updated June 12, 2014 You can but they will result in softer/mushier pickles. If you want crispy pickled greens then freezing won't work. Freezing anything breaks down the cell membranes in the food so when it thaws it will always be softer texture. Da...

Corn zipper/stripper?

Posted by jennieboyer(8) May 25, 2014

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ottawapepperUpdated June 11, 2014 While not as quick as the drill thing, We have the J.B. Lee's Corn Cutter and Creamer (wood model) from Lee Valley. We find it quicker and easier than a knife. J.B. Lee's Corn Cutter and Creamer Stainless Steel Corn Cutter and Cre...

Not enough sugar in strawberry jam

Posted by lyndapaz(6) June 7, 2014

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drmbearUpdated June 10, 2014 I've never had even the slightest setting problem with Pamona, but I have had it set firmer than I would like. Probably the worst problem I've had with Pamona is in not using enough sugar(or sweetener or concentrated fruit juice o...

Rhubarb Sauce

Posted by melfield_wy(5b Wyoming) May 25, 2014

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Christina818(7- PNW)Updated June 10, 2014 Looks like a great recipe! Thank you for sharing Dave.

Grapefruits?

Posted by tracydr(9b) June 7, 2014

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tracydr(9b)Updated June 9, 2014 Honey crimson grapefruit sounds delicious! I'm going to get the stuff for it at the store today!

Amaranth greens and Swiss chard

Posted by tracydr(9b) June 7, 2014

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lilyd74 (5b sw MI)Updated June 8, 2014 I have had great success with drying both, then using the dried leaves like parsley flakes in any number of recipes. The only thing it doesn't work for is the thick ribs of the chard. You could dry in the oven if you don't use a d...

Hi! New here; food preservation

Posted by chata June 3, 2014

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lyndapaz(6)Updated June 7, 2014 We went strawberry picking yesterday at a local organic farm. They charge $5.50 a quart for pick-your-own and give you a quart for free for every 7 you pay for. In the end we got about 15 pounds for $38.50. And they are the juicie...

Fermenting Question

Posted by skeip June 6, 2014

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tracydr(9b)Updated June 7, 2014 Has anyone pickled amaranth greens? I have enough to feed an Army right now.

Canner losing steam took lid off and jars started sealing!

Posted by backwoodsgirl June 7, 2014

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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated June 7, 2014 Are you new to using this Mirro then? The newer models, those with that goofy lock in the handle one side, typically release a lot of steam around the handle until the preheating and venting is complete and the weight is placed - ...

What's a good size for rhubarb?

Posted by 2ajsmama June 2, 2014

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2ajsmamaUpdated June 3, 2014 Hopefully we have the rest of June before we hit 90. I hate to think I ruined the only harvest my cousin will get this year. Whoa! A few hours ago my forecast said 16 mph winds and I was worried about the tomato plants I still hav...

I have 25 lbs of peaches - and no clue what to do!

Posted by jennieboyer(8) June 3, 2014

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digdirt2Updated June 3, 2014 Oops I picked the wrong one since your bump wasn't showing up yet. Dave

Garlic bread and butter pickles

Posted by jennieboyer(8) June 2, 2014

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digdirt2Updated June 3, 2014 For most pickles, you are not counting on the vegetables to add to the acidity necessary for proper preserving. For clarification, the vegetables can affect the pH, the acidity. They are all low-acid vegetables and all the water i...

Frozen snow peas were inedible...why?

Posted by coffeehaus(7a Central VA) March 6, 2011

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chataUpdated June 3, 2014 We teach that blanching is for color and quality--not for safety. There are enzymes which cause produce to grow and mature. Blanching stops the process by stopping enzymatic activity, making your canned items tastier and better-lo...

How much pectin in this peach jam recipe?

Posted by bksinaz(z9 AZ) May 31, 2014

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digdirt2Updated May 31, 2014 Under the ingredients list it says: "Pectin - get the "no sugar needed" type. (it's a natural product, made from apples and available at grocery stores (season - spring through late summer) and local "big box&q...

Fresh mushrooms marinated in rice wine vinegar

Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC May 29, 2014

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wertach zone 7-B SCUpdated May 31, 2014 Bumping to move it on down.

Plethora of Green (Spring) Onions

Posted by nancyofnc May 29, 2014

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digdirt2Updated May 29, 2014 Yes they can be pickled using any standard pickling recipe. We prefer dill rather than sweet but many prefer sweet ones. Or you can do them liked pickled asparagus. Also chop the tops for freezing to use in cooking or dehydrate th...

Using Honey instead of Sugar

Posted by uaskigyrl(7) May 2, 2014

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balloonflower(5b Denver CO)Updated May 27, 2014 I do use honey occasionally in my jams, using Pomonas pectin for the set. I make small batch, so I don't worry about trying for a long shelf life, though I have noticed color change. You could try something of the type, and choose...

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