Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Canning with Natural Solutions is as simple as 1-2-3!

Canning with Natural Solutions is as simple as 1-2-3!
 
Did your trip to the farmers market provide an abundance of fresh fruit or veggies? Did you have too much fun at the local "pick-your-own" berry patch? How about your backyard garden-did it explode in production this year? Can you stomach even one more meal of fresh green beans right now? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, you've probably experienced TMF (Too Much Food) Syndrome. Good news-you can turn that surplus into long-lasting treats such as jams, jellies, pickles, and home-canned fresh garden vegetables that will delight your family and friends. This way, opening a can will instantly remind you of summer long into the cold, cheerless winter months.
 
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Canning Equipment
Before you can begin canning you need to have the proper equipment. Check your cupboards for items you may already have, then grab a pen to make a list of items you still need. Then you will be well on your way to making homemade preserves for those long winter months.
 
Guidelines for Preserving
Yes, there are guidelines for preserving. It may sounds silly but there are several steps you should follow to guarantee success in canning. For excellent results follow these steps.
 
When is it done?
Each food is different therefore it is important to learn at what temperatures each food is done cooking. This will also guarantee success in the canning world. To learn more about foods and their temperatures click here.
 
Recipes for Preserves
Freezer jams are the easiest item to can. The jams contain chunks of berries or small pieces of crushed or chopped fruit. Small batches can be made relatively quickly and do not require the use of a pressure cooker. For other most ideas and recipes click here!

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