by Renee Pottle | Aug 5, 2013 | canning, Canning and Preserving
Water bath canning isn’t rocket science, but for safety reasons it is important to do it correctly. Follow these easy, step-by-step instructions to get perfect canning results every time. Step-by-Step Water Bath Canning Guide You will also find this tutorial on... 
by Renee Pottle | Jul 23, 2013 | canning, Canning and Preserving
Canning your own homemade jams, jellies and preserves is a great do-it-yourself project. There is something so satisfying about turning plump berries, sun-kissed apricots, or fragrant peaches into a delicious spread enjoyed by the whole family. It’s like love in... 
by Renee Pottle | Jun 26, 2013 | canning, Canning and Preserving
If you’ve been planning to can your garden harvest this year, no doubt some well-meaning soul has warned you about botulism. Or maybe not. Botulism rumors seem to fall into one of two categories, either: 1. Doom and Gloom – The “home canning is a dangerous activity... 
by Renee Pottle | Jun 25, 2013 | Canning and Preserving, Syrups and Spreads
When life gives you apricots, make syrup! I started making apricot syrup almost out of desperation. One year, in my enthusiasm for all things fresh and sweet, I purchased 40 pounds of fresh apricots. Yeah. It’s a lot. Plus the temperature was in triple digits so... 
by Renee Pottle | Jun 11, 2013 | Canning and Preserving, Jams
Do you ever feel that you were born in the wrong century? That you have an appreciation for simple times, simple tastes and handcrafted items that just isn’t common today? Me too. Whether it’s due to ancestral memory, reincarnation, or just the result of...