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not enough head space in canning

Posted by tim45z10 June 1, 2012

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tim45z10Updated June 3, 2012 I would say about a quarter inch. I will keep an eye on them.

Lowes canning jars - what am I missing?

Posted by jennieboyer(8) May 19, 2012

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SneakyP86(7B)Updated June 3, 2012 Golden Harvest is made in the U.S.A. Unless of course that is the city in China. They used to have a city in China named USA so they could put made in USA on their products don't know if they still do that or not.

I'm Back!!!

Posted by bcskye June 1, 2012

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bcskyeUpdated June 2, 2012 Thanks Deanna. I took a full week off after surgery, only doing a little bit of laundry. Now I'm doing a little bit more. I did pick up 3 Crimson Sweet watermelon plants today because the ones I started got neglected and died. Can...

Freezing Tomatoes - prep before hand

Posted by julia42(9a) June 1, 2012

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txtom50(8a texas)Updated June 2, 2012 You might try using pint freezer cartons and filling them half full, freezing, and then popping out the frozen tomatoes and putting them in plastic bags. I believe it would be easier than the ice cube trays. It would take a little...

I was given a Mirro canner but no manual

Posted by got_bullmastiff May 12, 2012

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digdirt2Updated May 31, 2012 Hallelujah!! Glad to hear it. Dave

onion storage - red onions

Posted by pqtex May 29, 2012

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pqtexUpdated May 31, 2012 I tried the crockpot carmelized onions tonight by adding it to sausage and potatoes. It was delicious. I will freeze this batch of carmelized onions because of the butter. I am running out of room in the freezer, though, and would...

Cucumber salad recipes

Posted by jennieboyer(8) May 31, 2012

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jennieboyer(8)Updated May 31, 2012 Thanks - here's a link to one of the recipes. The second is similar. Here is a link that might be useful: one recipe

Canning as a contact sport? Post your worst injuries...

Posted by ccaggiano October 2, 2009

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mellyofthesouth(9a FL)Updated May 30, 2012 I bought some bistro crocs (no holes, non-slip bottom) at the outlet mall yesterday. As I was canning tomatoes bare footed it occurred that it wasn't the smartest thing I'd ever done. So I guess that is an injury prevention. I sli...

Corn cutter

Posted by sautesmom Sacramento August 15, 2006

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Michigan_Farm_GirlUpdated May 30, 2012 well...we always just (as your husking) broke off very tip(which only contains small undeveloped kernels anyway) even as you can...leave about an inch of stalk and stand it on end (tip end)holding the stalk on a large plate or pla...

Chili Jam Help

Posted by ChiliGal May 28, 2012

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ChiliGalUpdated May 30, 2012 Thanks so much Carol! I didn't even think to substitute some of the vinegar, but I will do just that and see how it goes. Thanks again.

Measurement Rant

Posted by Charcuterie May 25, 2012

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val_s(z5 central IL)Updated May 29, 2012 In the back of the Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving book there is a "Produce Purchase Guide". It's not a cure all but it's helped me quite a bit. I never can seem to get the amounts just right either so I always win...

Home dried tomatoes

Posted by pennypond USDA 10 Sunset 21 CA May 14, 2012

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skeipUpdated May 26, 2012 David52, agreed, but since the technique I posted is for an oil-packed dried tomato product, the salt and herbs are part of the product. I also do some that I simply slice in half and dry until leathery, store in zip top bags in t...

Is my first attempt edible?

Posted by tomatoesandchickens(9) May 25, 2012

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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated May 26, 2012 Properly capped it will probably keep months (not that I recommend that but a week is nothing). What may happen over time is syneresis or weeping where some liquid appears on the surface or crystallization as the dry air of the re...

Just how bad is it to use frozen veggies over a year old?

Posted by elisa_z5 May 23, 2012

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CharcuterieUpdated May 25, 2012 You should keep them frozen and just remove a portion of each type once a year to photograph. Have a series of pictures of the food, both frozen then cooked, after 1 years time, 2 years, 3, 4, 5....

What do you think of this food saver?

Posted by jennieboyer(8) May 25, 2012

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digdirt2Updated May 25, 2012 The brand is fine - I have 2 of them tho not this model - and likely this model, though not their best by far, is okay too. If you can afford one of the better models then go for it. Most all models have canister adaptability. The...

2 Canning questions.

Posted by gardenman101(Z6 Spingfield, Ma) May 24, 2012

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digdirt2Updated May 24, 2012 Yep, been lots of changes in the guidelines, and in the book, in 15 years. :) Dave

Pickling and freezing corn

Posted by ldj1002(8b) May 22, 2012

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ldj1002(8b)Updated May 24, 2012 When you freeze the corn in shucks, did you wrap it or put it in anything? My thinking is with the shuck on that is already wrapped.

Canning Ghosts? BWB? Pressure Canner? Low Acid?

Posted by denninmi(8a) May 22, 2012

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digdirt2Updated May 23, 2012 All my ghosts are so old that while there isn't much meat left on their bones they still require pressure canning just to tenderize them. Dave

Favorite Cauliflower Recipies Anyone?

Posted by dhromeo May 17, 2012

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jxbrownUpdated May 23, 2012 Cauliflower Leek Soup 1-2 leeks, cleaned and chopped 1 T butter (or more!) 1/2 c. White wine 1 Cauliflower cut into pieces 1-2 pint chicken broth 1/2 c. Sour cream 1 T Dijon mustard Cook leeks in butter gently until soft. Add wine...

Foodsaver Mealsaver?

Posted by 2ajsmama October 7, 2010

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pnbrownUpdated May 22, 2012 Hi folks, Has anyone had an FS in heavy use for a good number of years? I am wondering about their longevity, before buying one of the more expensive models.

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