by Renee Pottle | Apr 14, 2015 | canning, Canning and Preserving
Open kettle canning is a process that just won’t die – but should. Many of us have fond memories of canning and preserving with our mothers and grandmothers. We pass down family canning recipes (Russian Bear pickles and chokecherry jelly in my family) and... 
by Renee Pottle | Mar 31, 2015 | Canning and Preserving, Syrups and Spreads
Turn ripe, luscious mangoes into syrup and enjoy all year long. I love mangoes, but there are very few mango canning recipes out there except for chutney and salsa. The thought of tangy mango syrup on my pancakes all winter appeals to me though, so I developed... 
by Renee Pottle | Mar 20, 2015 | canning, Canning and Preserving
Are visions of home canned goods keeping you sane this winter? Luckily, the season of pickles and jam will be here soon. So it’s a good time to brush up on your canning techniques and get those jars ready! Here’s a selection of helpful posts to keep the... by Renee Pottle | Feb 26, 2015 | canning, Canning and Preserving
Is your canner feeling lonely and unloved? Try these wintertime projects and keep it busy! My trusty water bath canner is a kitchen fixture all summer and fall. But once the cold weather hits, it usually gets tucked away in the basement, lonely and out of the way. But... 
by Renee Pottle | Feb 25, 2015 | Canning and Preserving, Syrups and Spreads
Having canning withdrawal this winter? Make some cranberry orange relish to eat all year long. Do you have the odd bag or two of cranberries taking up space in your freezer? I certainly do. Seems like every time I visit the grocery store during the month of...