Category: Canning

Berry Freezer Jam

Growing up as a farm kid meant good food was always served on our table. My mother preserved food by canning everything from green beans and pickled beets and okra, to jelly, pickles and fruit. Food preservation was a priority to not only save… Continue Reading “Berry Freezer Jam”

Raspberry Jalapeno Freezer Jelly

Has your garden ever produced so many jalapenos you wondered why you planted four plants for a family of four? When I garden, I go all-out! And plants are like really good potato chips, you can’t just have one. I can’t just plant one… Continue Reading “Raspberry Jalapeno Freezer Jelly”

When Life Gives You Basil, Make Pesto

My family’s garden is busting with produce and herbs this season, as we have been fortunate in the Ozarks with plenty of rain. Cantaloupes, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, beets, Swiss Chard, pumpkins and a wide array of herbs are just some of the fresh… Continue Reading “When Life Gives You Basil, Make Pesto”

When Life Throws You Jalapeños, Make Jelly

One special homemade gift my mother and I enjoy making together is Jalapeno Jelly. We always have plenty of Jalapenos from the garden and it seems like we always have to find something to do with them.  Plus, I have this amazing job that… Continue Reading “When Life Throws You Jalapeños, Make Jelly”

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