by Renee Pottle | Jul 19, 2016 | Basics, Canning and Preserving
Overwhelmed by the fresh fruit harvest? It’s easy to make puree now and use it later. Apricots: Velvety. Tangy. Sweet. Just biting into one makes your mouth sing. The Greeks referred to apricots as “the golden egg of the sun.” Apricots are loved by people all over the... 
by Renee Pottle | Feb 4, 2016 | Basics, Real Food
Despite popular opinion, Super Bowl food doesn’t have to be junk food. The best Super Bowl snacks are made with items from your preservation pantry. Do you have jars of homemade jam stacked in the cupboard? Sourdough starter biding its time in the refrigerator?... 
by Renee Pottle | Jan 12, 2016 | Basics, Real Food
Even cream of potato soup can be a healthy dish. Follow these simple tips to make your recipe extra special. Potato soup is one of those dishes that sounds so healthy – until you look at the ingredients. By the time you add cream, butter, and chicken broth a lowly... 
by Renee Pottle | Jan 5, 2016 | Basics, Canning and Preserving
Is it possible to safely can homemade soup? It’s National Soup Month and we soup lovers are indulging in our favorite winter meal. But while we are busy slurping up bowls of steamy broth we may be asking ourselves, “can I can this?” According to the... 
by Renee Pottle | Nov 27, 2015 | Basics, Real Food
Do you want to be known as the best gift-giver in the group? Purchase something from this list and your popularity will soar! This year’s Best Gifts List focuses on small businesses. Businesses where you will find unique, one-of-a-kind, practical and appreciated gifts... by Renee Pottle | Nov 27, 2015 | Basics, Real Food, Uncategorized
Do you want to be known as the best gift-giver in the group? Purchase something from this list and your popularity will soar! This year’s Best Gifts List focuses on small businesses. Businesses where you will find unique, one-of-a-kind, practical and appreciated...