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who made or makes plastic screw bands?
Posted by jeanwedding(6 ky)
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digdirt2Updated Plus storing with bands on isn't a good idea, plastic or not. Storage with bands removed is always recommended. If you are going to use the plastic ones you might just as well leave the metal ones on. Dave
Canning Soups and Stews
Posted by val_s(z5 central IL)
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gardnpondr(Zone 8)Updated Yeah me to Val. I've been canning for several years just not pressure canning for that long. I had only canned tomatoes and string beans before I started using the pressure canner. Since I am having trouble remembering everything ...
Citric acid, cinnamon stick, peaches....
Posted by Klippenwald(5a)
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Klippenwald(5a)Updated Thank you!
canning
Posted by bevinwinecountry(4a)
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bevinwinecountry(4a)Updated Thank you Dave and Carol, I think you both have hit on my major problems. One batch I recently did I waited until gauge read zero and pressure release dropped down, but when I took the weight off there was still steam coming out. ...
Non-white potatoes
Posted by octogirl
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octogirlUpdated Yes, I will. I'll do a few jars of each and compare. The potatoes are fine right now in their wooden and cardboard boxes - it sounds like this is a project that can wait until later in the fall after the seriously perishable produ...
food chopper do it really do onions
Posted by jeanwedding(6 ky)
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John__ShowMe__USA(5/6)Updated I own the Progressive & love it. Jill writes: "The caveat I have with it is that sometimes you need to use force to get it to chop through, especially if you're chopping a half of an onion. I've had to use both hands and ...
Dogwood berry preserves?
Posted by memazz
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kriswrite(zone 8)Updated I have heard the fruit gets bitter when cooked, but I haven't tried them myself.
Escarole Italian style
Posted by nerak(6)
nerak(6)This is a very old recipe and soo de-lish. It can be used for a side dish or a good lunch w/ nice crusty Italian bread. I even have used it at parties with good success,no left over's (double or triple amounts) 1 large head escarole(washed...
homemade basalmic vinegar?
Posted by bunnyman(Thumb of MI)
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caboodle(9A)Updated I'm making vinegar for the first time today. I'll be curious to see what answer you get. I'm going to try a couple different batches using two gallon buckets with airlocks for the fermenting step. One I'm using pears chopped up al...
Advice - I canned tomatoes without lemon juice
Posted by mstywoods(z5, Westminster, CO)
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2ajsmamaUpdated Linda Lou - the NCHFP says if jars are leaking, to boil them on their sides for 30 min to detoxify. But then dump them, jars and all. In this case, when (I assume) they're still sealed, why can't she boil the jars for 30 min and t...
Peach canning, pressure canning and acid
Posted by Klippenwald(5a)
14 Comments
digdirt2Updated I do not appreciate the (seeming) insinuation that I'd rather stick my head in the sand than take good information. I'm not a troll looking for a fight. Did not intend to insinuate that at all so my apologies. Please understand th...
Mama's spicey cabbage recipe
Posted by nerak(6)
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digdirt2Updated Sounds good. Thanks for sharing this. I wish there was a way it could be canned but that wouldn't be possible with this recipe. I think the folks over on the cooking forums here at GW and on the Recipe Exchange would like to see y...
So disappointed in Canning Session
Posted by ruthieg__tx(z8 TX)
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pqtexUpdated I don't think I've canned any kale, but I have canned other greens (turnip greens and collards) and love them. I can't imagine it being much different. In regular cooking, I like them simmered a long time anyway, so pressure canni...
Tomato soup recipe suitable for canning
Posted by kerryv
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digdirt2Updated Linked several previous discussions and recipes below for you. One the most popular is called Katie C's Roasted Tomato Soup. Keep in mind that you cannot add any milk, cream, butter, or thickeners until AFTER opening. Thus the eas...
Pickled Venison
Posted by mrsmoosepants(Zone 6)
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bunnyman(Thumb of MI)Updated I pickle the hearts and tounges of deer. Many of my friends like to hunt but few want the heart or tounge... good meat going to waste. After "pickling" I keep the jar in the fridge which reduces concerns of spoiling. Kee...
pressure canner for induction cooktop?
Posted by ilovepoco(z5 Boston USA)
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mccallUpdated I also second the Fagor though it only holds four quart jars or four wide mouth pints at a time. I bought a cooks brand induction unit which is great by the way from JC penny and it works fine on that it also works fine on a glass...
Food strainer recommendations?
Posted by Rosie025
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iice9Updated Deanna: I have never tried this but have heard of it - taking something metal to an autobody shop to have it painted. If anyone can get paint to stick to metal, it's them. I am thinking of doing it for a wire bench I have.
anyone tried a receipe for Zuke relish that has
Posted by jeanwedding(6 ky)
1 Comment
digdirt2Updated As I have mentioned before, you are using a book few others use since its safety is unknown. So finding someone who has made the actual recipe is unlikely. But there are many approved relish recipes that call for some of the same ...
food mill
Posted by kerryv
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kerryvUpdated Thanks Dave. I will pull that thread up
ball roasted tomato chipotle salsa- pepper sub?
Posted by kerryv
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kerryvUpdated great thank you. have you tried this one before? it sounds delightful!
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