Have you wondered how to tell if a watermelon is sweet? Do you enjoy eating watermelon but hate it when it’s too watery or hasn’t matured enough to be sweet? Some watermelons are flavorful, while others taste more like water than anything else. Mark has been our watermelon “tester” for years. He’ll tell you that…
Brush your sliced baguette with extra-virgin olive oil and gently toast in the oven for 5 minutes. Top each crostini with a sprinkle of feta cheese and a generous dollop of Spicy Tomato Jam. Garnish with a drizzle of balsamic reduction and fresh basil. Enjoy!
Raspberry Pie Filling Found on Canning Only Recipes To make 1 quart jar of filling3-1/2 cups raspberries1 cup sugar1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp Clear Jel1-1/3 cups cold water1 Tbsp + 1 tsp of bottled lemon juiceTo make 7 quarts of filling6 quarts of raspberries7 cups sugar1-3/4 cups Clear Jel9-1/3 cups cold water1/2 cup bottled lemon…
With the long history of preserving food in jars, it was inevitable that many of the methods and practices would change over the years as new knowledge came to light and better supplies became available. But, with the trend of returning to the old ways that many homesteaders and preppers have adopted, unfortunately some of…
Old fashioned 14-day sweet pickles are an old-time sweet pickle that’s well worth the wait. The process may take a while, but the results take you back to grandma’s canning pantry and can’t be beat. If you are like most people, you probably love pickles, especially the sweet kind. But have you ever tried making…
As the days get shorter and the mercury drops, more and more people choose candles to bring those cozy vibes of autumn into their homes and work spaces…and then transitioning into the woodsy spruces and all the aromas of the holidays and long winter months. According to the National Candle Association, about 35% of all…
When it comes to pressure canners, there are two primary types: weighted gauge and dial gauge. They both do the same job of managing pressure during processing, but they achieve it through different mechanisms. Weighted gauge canners rely on a weight to monitor pressure. Dial gauge canners have dial for monitoring pressure. In this article,…
You know how when you go to Kroger (or your equivalent) and stand in front of the massive wall of “health bars” and just feel overwhelmed? What to buy? And can I trust what is in them? And what does “Natural Flavors” consist of anyway? Why can’t I just make these myself? You can! And you should!! Give…
Microbes are everywhere and key to nearly every natural process. They were on the Earth first, long before our farthest common ancestors existed, and they will likely be here long after we have died out or left the planet for a new, less polluted home. You are reading and I am writing because our ancestors…
Crafted from garden-fresh cucumbers, red pepper, and onion, our naturally fermented sweet pickle relish is the ideal topping for burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, or any dish you desire. What sets this relish apart is our unique fermentation technique—honey is introduced after the fermentation process, preserving its sweetness while creating a rich, probiotic-packed flavor. It’s…
