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Need a way to store tomatoes for a few days
Posted by camp10
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camp10Updated Thanks for the tips. In the end we ended up juicing the tomatoes, straining with cheesecloth, and freezing. We'll thaw that out and add it to the next batch that we process.
Salsa Substitution Question
Posted by laspasturas(7a)
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Linda_Lou(SW Wa.)Updated Sorry, no, you should not use another veggie in place of the peppers. Just either reduce the amount of peppers or use a different variety, even green, red,yellow, or orange bell peppers for a mild flavor. Not only is the ph differ...
Red Current Chutney
Posted by seaglassgirl
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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated If you're using windows and it wasn't too long ago, why don't you check your history for websites visited about the same time? The one you're looking for should be there. Let us know if you find it; it sounds like an intruiging re...
fermented dilly beans
Posted by wiringman(ZONE 4)
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Linda_Lou(SW Wa.)Updated You need to blanch them first has been the conclusion.
Annie, would you please...
Posted by kayskats
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nancyofncUpdated No matter the process - it is the most yummy and safely canned salsa on the planet. Nancy
coring roma tomatoes
Posted by denise_7
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dgkritch(Z8 OR)Updated Watch for a food mill at garage sales, thrift shops, craigslist or ebay. I found my Victorio for $5!! For THAT price, I found a place to store it! :-) I know that doesn't work for everyone, but it's one of my "best buys"...
Seals ok?
Posted by tarheelbuc
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tarheelbucUpdated Thanks all for the reply! I just thought it was kinda strange since they have always popped in the canner before (with the same salsa) and this time for the most part they didnt. As long as everyone says they are ok, will leave th...
Dilly Beans, Can I eat them now.
Posted by washit3
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annie1992Updated renny, different salts measure differently, so if a recipe calls for canning salt and you use kosher salt in the same measurements, without weighing it, you'll get less salt. The crystals are bigger in kosher salt, and take up mor...
New book 'Put 'em Up' - anyone tried?
Posted by gooberstraw
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annie1992Updated Dave, I don't think it's out of line at all to ask questions, but your first post was pretty negative. You referenced a "negative discussion" that turned out not to be negative at all, you said that likely very little te...
Did I pick my Roma tomatoes too soon?
Posted by catherinet(5 IN)
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catherinet(5 IN)Updated Thanks Deanna and Dave.
Canned diced peaches
Posted by willow81
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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated Yes, you can dice your peaches and pears. There was a thread on this issue two weeks ago. If the water in your canner of peaches stayed clean (i.e. no siphoning) then the peaches did indeed absorb the syrup. It's not an issue and ...
Freezing tomatoes: to heat or not to heat...
Posted by catherinet(5 IN)
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catherinet(5 IN)Updated Thanks Dave!
peach salsa
Posted by hudydog
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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated Did you search the Forum? The question of peach salsa was discussed as recently as July 23 and the recipe has been posted several times. You can find one peach salsa recipe at the link. Just scroll down the page. There's also a pe...
Has Anyone Ever Roasted Garlic Bulbils?
Posted by loisthegardener_nc7b
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loisthegardener_nc7bUpdated I rolled up the garlic bulbils in a wad of aluminum foil and roasted them in the toaster over along with some small tomatoes. Oh my goodness, the roasted garlic was great!
sun-drying, oil curing, freezing, fermentation and salt-curing
Posted by gardendawgie(5)
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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated I checked out the site. It looks OK, though too new to offer much at this point. The founder and her husband operate a farmers market. Apparently the focus of the site is whole foods and sustainable agriculture. I can't argue with...
Can I can homemade tomato soup?
Posted by bart1(6/7 Northern VA)
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bart1(6/7 Northern VA)Updated Thanks folks! Guess I better start making some room in the freezer!
Fully-fermented pickles?
Posted by kayskats
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digdirt2Updated Fermented pickles are an acquired taste. It is gained from experience with your personal taste buds. ;) Believe it or not, many folks will never care for any fermented pickles. To0 sour, too puckery, too stinky, too salty, smells ...
a lotta leeks
Posted by katykelly_gw
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david52 Zone 6Updated We've found that they work very well in tomato based sauces in place of onions - they add a whole other dimension of flavor. I have a row of about 50 just for making and canning pasta sauce this year. I had a Belgian friend who wo...
My First Jars Of Refrigerator Pickles!
Posted by moonwolf_gw
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angelacanUpdated These look great moonwolf! Thanks for posting the pictures.
Thank You Forum !!
Posted by mockturtle
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annie1992Updated LOL, mockturtle, I fall into threads all the time! That's how I got Black Forest syrup that was supposed to be jam but makes a great drizzle over sweet cherry tart. (grin) Doesn't home canned stuff just taste so much better? I'm g...
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