Are those pears you bought in bulk getting a little ripe to just slice and eat? Got bananas browning on your countertop? Thankfully you don’t need to throw that good produce away. Here are four ideas for how to use overripe fruit. Use Overripe Fruit in Baked Goods Bananas, pears and even soft apples are [...]
Canning Chicken
November 3, 2011 By
Before you can can chicken, you must be scrupulously clean! If you are to can meat, the rules must be followed. Salmonella, listeriosis & botulism are very real & can be deadly. They are not to be played around with. I recommend getting the latest Ball Canning Book to have for your project & following [...]
How to Can Pears at Home
October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Canning pears may seem like a daunting task, but it actually takes no special equipment and little time. A bit of work in the kitchen when pears are on sale in the fall will mean your family can enjoy delicious pears all winter long. Here are step-by-step instructions for turning a case of fresh pears [...]
How to Prepare and Freeze Zucchini
October 6, 2011 By 2 Comments
What can you do with all the zucchini that multiplies like crazy in your garden? It’s perfect for preserving so you can enjoy lots of zucchini recipes throughout the winter and spring seasons. Here’s how you can prepare and store zucchini in your freezer. Choose the Right Zucchini Your zucchini should be fully ripened (but [...]
Canning Safety Tips for Low Acid Vegetables
September 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With summer coming to a close, so many of us are working on preserving the last of the vegetables for winter. Many of these may be low acid foods. Low acid foods, when it comes to canning, include: Meats Poultry Vegetables Dairy The trick with canning low acid foods safely is to use a pressure [...]
How to Make Pesto – Preserving Your Basil Herbs
August 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I love growing basil during the warm growing season as the tender herb lends such a flavor to many dishes in the kitchen. When you aren’t using basil as a home remedy, making pesto and then freezing it is a great way to preserve your basil harvest for use through the winter months! Basic Recipe [...]
Save Money On Food: Make Convenience Food At Home
January 20, 2011 By 2 Comments
With food costs rising and threats of hyper-inflation, yet no extra hours in my day, I have been looking for ways to save money on my family’s food while always trying to save time. Store-bought convenience foods are expensive, loaded with extra preservatives, and the packaging is not environmental friendly. The solution: The Make Convenience [...]
Building a Root Cellar
November 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Want a root cellar? You don’t need to buy an old farm house. Build your own root cellar in your home or in your yard.
Review of the Ceramicplus French Garden Lasagna Dish
November 11, 2010 By 1 Comment
While I do love to cook, I don’t love to clean. Especially as we are getting ready for our newest baby’s arrival, I don’t want to spend a lot of time on dishes. That means I am usually digging to find easy, one-dish recipes. That way, I’ve only got one pot or pan sitting on [...]
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce for the Freezer
October 12, 2010 By 2 Comments
Looking for a quick and easy homemade spaghetti sauce recipe that freezes well and tastes great? This is my modified version of a recipe I found in a freezer cookbook. I use it often when I’m freezer cooking for my family. It’s perfect for spaghetti, meatballs and lasagna. This sauce is especially great for my [...]
