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Saving seeds from blanched tomatoes?
Posted by 2ajsmama
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2ajsmamaUpdated Yeah, that's what I figured, the interior didn't get to 200 degrees, though the outer flesh is pretty hot. I did have the tomatoes in the boiling water for more than 30 secs though to try to get the catfacing off. But if those see...
Ideas for canned goods gifts
Posted by 2ajsmama
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2ajsmamaUpdated I don't know how much my mom wants to spend, I think this is supposed to be "just a little something" but I had thought of the pasta too - we'll see how ambitious I get, maybe I'll make and dry pasta. In fact, that gets ...
ascorbic acid soak?
Posted by KSprairie
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malna(NJ 5/6)Updated KeitasKookie, There should be enough vinegar or other acidic ingredient to minimize the oxidation on the top layer. What recipe did you use? Was it adequately acidified? One reason might be too much headspace (the distance between...
Hubbard squash not ripe
Posted by gmom2-6boys
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digdirt2Updated Most winter squash, when harvested too early, will not actually ripen further. But its' flavor will improve somewhat with time as the sugars in it break down. It also won't store as long as it would have if left on the vine to rip...
How long can apple juice last
Posted by trmeyer(z5a MO)
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trmeyer(z5a MO)Updated Thank you. That's what I was thinking I could do. It looks great. Nothing floating in it. Smells great (or at least the one jar I did open up. Will end up dumping that one since it's been opened now). Thanks again! Tracy
What foods do you dehydrate?
Posted by jennieboyer(8)
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gmgdvmUpdated Re: fruit leather. I stumbled across a way to make individual "fruit roll-ups" without needing the special trays, or the hassle of covering my trays in plastic wrap. I cut squares of baking parchment so that 4 fit per tr...
Recipe needed for canned green tomatoes for frying.
Posted by Cece77
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thatcompostguyUpdated What if you limed them first to increase their crunchiness? Then they might come out better after being canned or frozen.
Beef Stew
Posted by oletimer
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pixie_louUpdated Yes. I'd brown the meat, add the veggies and some broth, bring to a boil, fill the jars, add more broth, then process.
Canning recipe
Posted by lucylarou
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pixie_louUpdated I'm with annie. It's fruit, sugar and vinegar. You can use the berry processing time.
question on Canned Rotel-Type Tomatoes & Hot Peppers
Posted by KSprairie
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KSprairieUpdated I'll try it with no oil, use all of the liquid and see how it turns out. I am wondering... if I roast half the weight called for and put the remainder straight into the pot, maybe I would have better results and not risk losing to...
Simple method to crush tomatoes?
Posted by kiddo_1(NE OH 5)
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pattypan(z6b CT)Updated pixie, found your post on another thread about skins of cherry tomatoes being no problem. think i'll get myself an immersion blender !
couple questions
Posted by luvncannin
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pixie_louUpdated I would probably leav the cherries in the freezer until you want to use them, I Think that canning after freezing will make them really soft. They recommend peeling pears since that is where the majority of the bacteria reside. On...
Mirro 22 quart weighted pressure canner questions
Posted by roandco(z5ONT)
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Marie-AnneUpdated FINALLY!!! Well, if this can help anyone... I have a flat top oven. I found a forum where they said canning on a flat top oven is not recommended since the shape of the bottom of the canner will not be enough in contact with the o...
Roast and freeze, or freeze then roast?
Posted by 2ajsmama
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2ajsmamaUpdated Thanks - does anybody know if plain roasted tomatoes can be canned (in PC?)? I sent 22 lbs of tomatoes (4 gallons) home with my dad to put in their freezer, I didn't get to roast any last night but I've got a casserole in the oven...
Can I still eat this
Posted by ramie
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pixie_louUpdated The reason they say not to reuse lids is because a used lid is more prone to failure or a weak seal. It's not necessarily a food safety issue - the used lid isn't creating botulism. If your seal fails, you can tell. In which case,...
Did I pick my spaghetti squash too soon?
Posted by dreamercp(Zone 4)
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springthymeUpdated Some of my spaghetti squash is still dark green, some is turning lighter. Should I pick it now? the stems are pretty dead, some more than others. (Does anyone else have green spaghetti squash?) I have one very small one that went ...
Scratch on lid
Posted by food_lover
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digdirt2Updated It is basically your choice, what you are comfortable with. Most just ignore the issue as the worst that can happen is some discoloration from acidic food contact. For the most part they pose no problems and unless substantially d...
Can I can this cranberry sauce?
Posted by shawnalyn
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pattypan(z6b CT)Updated if i remember right, O.S. adds high fructose corn syrup to their whole cranberry sauce. that's why we now make and freeze our own with fresh berries ( or freeze them and make it anytime). i believe Gefen makes it with just sugar a...
DIY Depth Gage
Posted by thatcompostguy
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pattypan(z6b CT)Updated that's a great idea for head space in jars. but for the 2 inch water over the jars in a BWB, i suggest a harder plastic or a wooden ruler. my flexible plastic rule curled a bit from just a few seconds in simmering water !!
Traffic Jam Recipe
Posted by myfamilysfarm
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finman(SE Michigan)Updated I have a jar of this now. It is delicious! The ingredients listed on the label are: Sugar Water Peaches Strawberries Pectin Red Raspberries Cherries Cranberries Citrus Acid
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