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Chicken Broth - I forgot the salt
Posted by Tracy93(6)
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dgkritch(Z8 OR)Updated I agree. Salt is really only for flavor in this case, not part of the preservation. You're fine. Deanna
Can refrigerator pickles be canned?
Posted by jennieboyer(8)
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digdirt2Updated Agree with Carol. Many of the old 'family recipes' for fridge pickles are no longer considered safe because of listeria - a bacteria no one knew about in Grandma's and Mama's day - so make sure you are using a safe recipe. And I d...
Just getting started - need source of economical equipment
Posted by jennieboyer(8)
10 Comments
sewcrazynurse(MI zone 5)Updated Personally I think you should buy the biggest you can afford. You are making a life time investment. Right now you are canning for a single lady in 10 years it may be a married with children situation. Get the tall canners that yo...
Recovery after freezer failure
Posted by salix
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salixUpdated Thank you for your reply, Rockguy, no meat or dairy products in that soup. I re-froze most of the soup, with the intent of simmering for at least 20-30 minutes at time of use.
Mayhaw Juice--freeze vs can
Posted by pqtex
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pqtexUpdated Campruby... Nice article! I think everything came in about two weeks early this year, including mayhaws and dewberries. I'm in Beaumont...not too far from you. Jill
quart storage
Posted by mellyofthesouth(9a FL)
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rockguy(7a)Updated You're right on both counts. It does look like a good way to stack them. And it does seem expensive. I'll wait for the cheap knock-offs.
Pepper Jam recipe with pepper in weight
Posted by bks76
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digdirt2Updated Here is one. Recipes that call for a # of peppers would be same # thawed or fresh. Since yours are already chopped (not sure why you would chop before freezing?) all I can think of is to get a fresh one, chop it, and measure it fo...
Canning Bananas?
Posted by kriswrite(zone 8)
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teauteau(KC5/6)Updated Thank you Carol and Linda Lou. That's what I needed to know. I appreciate your expertise. I've been reading a lot of different references and I have been sticking with the Certo, Sure-Jell, Ball Blue Book and NCHFP and I like the ...
I've noticed a lot of canning classes popping up in my area
Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC
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wertach zone 7-B SCUpdated "That could be botulism in there.... " Yes, that is why I'm trying to get Johnny to go to one! He ate the rest of them and didn't get sick or die, but I'm afraid he will do it again this year! He did buy a pressure canne...
Unblanched sweet corn... still perfect?
Posted by dhromeo
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digdirt2Updated Your choice. If you are happy with the non-blanched result stick with it. As long as it gets cooked well before eating any bacteria will be taken care off. But unblanched will not store as long as blanched will so you'll need to p...
Canning burdock root 'tea'?
Posted by sweetquietplace(6 WNC Mtn.)
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Linda_Lou(SW Wa.)Updated I would not risk canning this. It should be frozen or as said, dry the root, then make your tea.
canning frozen chicken breast/tenders
Posted by oletimer
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kriswrite(zone 8)Updated Canning frozen chicken breasts is a WONDERFUL idea; I do it all the time :) That way I can just pull out a can and reheat the chicken - no thawing or cooking. And honestly, the chicken is more tender and tasty than any cooking met...
Grape
Posted by teauteau(KC5/6)
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teauteau(KC5/6)Updated Thank you denninmi and Carol for your input. The jelly was put in 1/2 pint jars but the lady didn't open it up until recently. She had bought the jelly back in December. She still likes the taste and she has it refrigerated now th...
Oven canning
Posted by sewcrazynurse(MI zone 5)
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lpinkmountain(5b/6a border PA)Updated Yeah, I long-term store my whole grain flours in the freezer, but this is only possible because I have room enough in my freezer, it's not full of meat or something like that.
Sugar free green apple preserves?
Posted by lpinkmountain(5b/6a border PA)
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lpinkmountain(5b/6a border PA)Updated Yeah, I'm a cinnamon afficianado in applesauce. My mom prefers plain, but who knows what the son will like. I bought another kind of green apple this weekend--Crispin. Maybe that makes better sauce. I have tried granny smiths and ...
Dried seasoning in canning.Red potatoes
Posted by kikistreehouse
7 Comments
another_buffalo(6)Updated Just discovered this harvest forum, and it was just what I was looking for. And here is Dave, sharing his knowledge and experiance. What a blessing. Thanks for being here, Dave.
New Harvesting People
Posted by bcskye
3 Comments
digdirt2Updated A "half preserver" Deanna or "half preserved"? :) Hope you are enjoying the class. Dave
Need a recipe and/or help with cooking old fashioned grits
Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC
10 Comments
joannawUpdated In case you're still looking for ideas, I just came across a recipe for slow-cooked grits in the Southern Foodways Alliance cookbook. They use stone-ground grits. Cover 1 c. grits in water, soak 1 min., agitate to remove chaff, th...
Re-can?
Posted by susan_on(6a)
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susan_on(6a)Updated Oh, thanks Dave. Now I know where to look for my emails AND my gasket. I appreciate your help.
Sale of Lids for Canning
Posted by bcskye
7 Comments
digdirt2Updated Fred's anyone? Golden Harvest lids for $1 for reg and $1.50 for wides this week. Dave
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