Is it Safe to Steam Can in the Nesco Canner?
I’ve been canning in my Nesco canner for a couple of years now. I love using my Nesco canner, for both water bath and pressure canning. But is it safe to steam can in the…
How to Preserve Garlic (Easy Tips for Preserving Garlic)
Garlic is a delicious and healthy addition to any dish, but sometimes it can be difficult to use all of it before it goes bad. You can preserve garlic to make it last longer. Preserving…
Fermenting Radishes | An Easy Step-by-Step Guide
Radishes are one of the fastest and easiest vegetables you can grow in your garden. You can also purchase them inexpensively from the grocery store. If you ever end up with more radishes than you…
How to Make Old Fashioned Sauerkraut
If you’ve ever wondered how to make old fashioned sauerkraut, you’re in the right place. In this article, I provide step-by-step instructions, along with photos, for how to make old fashioned sauerkraut. What is Old…
The 2 Best Canning Books I Use and Recommend
While I love watching videos and reading blog posts about canning, books are one of the best ways to learn how to can. The reason for this is because it’s easy to look up canning…
When is Canning Season and How to Prepare for It
Canning is so much fun. It is also convenient as it provides you with food with a shelf life of one to five years. But when is canning season, and how do you prepare for…
What are the Best Cucumbers for Pickling?
Few things in this world are as satisfying as the crunch of a good pickle. Whether that pickle is dill, kosher, or sweet, the important part is that it was made with love and by…
What Is Pickle Crisp and How Can You Use It?
Canning is an old art that was once a way of life for many. Until recent years, it became a more recreational activity. There’s been a resurgence in canning and other forms of food preservation,…
Are Pickles Vegetables?
Most people will hear the word “pickles” and think of the classic, green, crunchy kind of pickle that is made from cucumbers. As tasty as those pickles are, there are even more healthy options out…
What Is the Pickling Process?
We’ve all had pickles on our sandwiches or hamburgers at one point or another. They provide a delicious tangy flavor that is excellent not only on sandwiches but also in salads, dressings, and much more….