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Drying corn...
Posted by DVTO2
6 Comments
DVTO2Updated Thanks, Dave!
Savory Tomato Jam
Posted by lyndapaz(6)
23 Comments
lyndapaz(6)Updated Sounds great, ajsmama! Think I'll try your method with the remaining tomatoes in the freezer. It's so nice having that fresh tomato flavor in the middle of this deep freeze.
Mexican Style Pickled Carrots
Posted by simplicitygardens(z8 pacific N.W.)
3 Comments
readinglady(z8 OR)Updated I've seen lots of wine vinegar that's less than 7%, including 3 gallons of 5% on my shelf. Just my experience. You might consider halving the recipe as-is and refrigerating for optimal texture and the freedom to use the recipe as ...
Can I pressure can on an uneven stove burner?
Posted by elisa_z5
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myfamilysfarmUpdated We collect fresh snow when the water is out. This time, we're lucky, the water's been dripping/running for about 2 days now. We dropped below zero F over 36 hours ago, and hope to be above 0 late today. got down to -22 air temp an...
Black on lid of corn
Posted by tanner27
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calliope(6)Updated I had a spot like that on one of my jars too this year. The first thing I thought of was that mold had developed in the applesauce, but the vacuum was still good and I can process applesauce in my sleep, and I know I did it correc...
Did you use any of your home canned foods for holiday meals?
Posted by kathy_in_washington(Zone 8 Sequim,WA)
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2ajsmamaUpdated Tried some tomato jam on a cracker with Laughing Cow light Swiss and yum! I had thought it too sweet on turkey sandwich, may still cut down on the sugar when I make it again. Can't beat the HG (or version using other chiles) but s...
Can I mess around with spices in pickle recipes?
Posted by NilaJones(7b)
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malna(NJ 5/6)Updated I would use Linda Z.'s Jardiniere recipe from the Joy of Pickling. She notes "you needn't stick with the vegetables here; alternative ingredients might include cauliflower florets, onion chunks, green beans in 2-inch lengths,...
Pressure canning - submerged jars OK?
Posted by carter.home
6 Comments
readinglady(z8 OR)Updated I agree. Same thing happens to me when I can tuna or salmon. It's not a problem any more than it would be with a boiling water bath. The jars (product) will be safely processed regardless and will seal just fine. Carol
What have you put up in 2013? Page 2.
Posted by NilaJones(7b)
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diane5770(4)Updated I'm almost scared to post what crazy things I did this year. ;) I canned: 400 Quarts of Peaches 400 Quarts of Pears 70+ Quarts of Dill Pickles (No one even waits for the 6 weeks to be over before they start eating them) 35 Quarts ...
Butterfly Bush Jelly?
Posted by jhawes
4 Comments
digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated Buddleia Davidii is listed as "assumed safe" but "ingestion as teas, herbs, or medicines" is not recommended on U of CA Safe and Poisonous Plants website. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: U of CA Safe ...
Pressure canning low acid peppers, question
Posted by carter.home
7 Comments
carter.homeUpdated @Dave, thanks for clearing it up for me. You have been a lot of help. @Carol, I have a lot of friends and family that have been eating this stuff up, and buying it from me. If I can make a few gallons at once and get them canned. ...
Pressure canning question
Posted by carter.home
1 Comment
digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated No problem. In the future if you don't see your post then try hitting the page refresh first before posting again. :) Dave
Relish--What else besides hot dogs?
Posted by Lisa Hayes
22 Comments
herbalisticUpdated Zucchini relish is my favorite! I was not much of a relish eater before I discovered this one. I can lots of it and use it more than any other kind. IN: potato salad, tuna salad, chicken salad, ham salad, pasta salads, on burgers,...
It's Hoppin' John Day
Posted by digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)
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soilent_greenUpdated Interesting, I was not aware of this tradition. Hoppin' John is one of my favorite dishes, and it is what got me into growing my own cowpeas. Very few people up here have ever heard of cowpeas, they were never a traditional staple...
Cracked PC handle
Posted by herosoup
3 Comments
morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Here's one more nay vote on the new Mirro. And I apologize to whoever picked it out for you, gifted it to you. The vintage are gems, I use mine all the time. You couldn't convince me to buy a new one over Presto though, the old vs...
Clad SS Stock Pot Safe To Use On Open Fire?
Posted by soilent_green
17 Comments
soilent_greenUpdated My uses for the stock pots would be maple syrup finishing, sorghum syrup finishing, making batches of different tomato-based product for canning, water bath processing, cooking bulk meals for a local youth group, and anything else...
Are these safe Rhubarb canning recipes???
Posted by mikajade
22 Comments
2ajsmamaUpdated Thanks - it's not an old plant, they only gave it to him a few years ago and I don't know if he ever harvested any. We'll see if it comes back. The old patch I remember near the farmhouse when I was a kid was obliterated decades a...
Question about Chow Chow aka Picalilli
Posted by teresa_nc7
2 Comments
teresa_nc7Updated Thank you for the helpful response!
Question about re-canning jelly
Posted by laurenn0746
7 Comments
myfamilysfarmUpdated Great idea Carol. I labeled my strawberry jam that the fruit floating as "strawberries on top" .
Apple butter question
Posted by mrslee2002(4)
4 Comments
myfamilysfarmUpdated I would make sure to heat it thoroughly to the boiling point, just to make sure that any problems would have the chance of being killed.
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