12 Mason Jar Meals with Fresh Ingredients You Can Grow or Find Locally
Mason jar meals are one of those simple ideas that just make life easier. They’re great for keeping portions in check, and they travel well, whether it’s to the field, the garden, or the job site. What I like most is how easy it is to fill them with what’s growing in the backyard or … Read more
Quick Pickled Red Onions Recipe (Ready in 1 Hour)
Pickled red onions are one of those simple things that make meals pop. They’re crisp, tangy, and bring just the right touch of sweetness. The good news is you don’t need to buy them at the store – this recipe is quick, easy, and ready in about an hour. With just a red onion, some … Read more
How to Can Potatoes the Right Way
Canning potatoes at home is a good way to make sure you’ve always got something ready to eat on the shelf. Whether you grow your own or buy in bulk, it saves time and cuts down on waste. But when it comes to canning potatoes, safety isn’t optional – it’s essential. Potatoes are low-acid, which … Read more
How to Can Apple Pie Filling
If you’ve ever wished you could have homemade apple pie ready to go without peeling and slicing apples every time, canning apple pie filling might be worth learning. It’s a good way to use fresh apples while they’re in season, and it saves a lot of time later – especially around the holidays when things … Read more
How to Can Dill Pickles at Home
If you’ve ever had a homemade dill pickle, you know they’re nothing like the store-bought kind. Making them at home is easier than most folks think. It mostly comes down to using the right cucumbers, a good brine, and following a few simple steps. In this article, I will lay it all out in plain … Read more
Water Bath Canning for Beginners
If you’re new to water bath canning, don’t worry – you’re not alone. A lot of folks start out thinking they need a bunch of special tools or years of practice, but the truth is, it’s pretty straightforward once you understand the basics. You can even get started with things you probably already have in … Read more
How to Can Carrots (Safely and Simply with a Pressure Canner)
If you've got a pile of carrots and you're not quite sure what to do with them – pressure canning is the way to go. It’s not complicated, just a bit methodical. Carrots are a low-acid veggie, which means they need the high heat of a pressure canner to be safely stored on the shelf. … Read more
How to Can Pears the Easy Way
If you’ve got ripe pears piling up on the counter and no room left in the fridge, canning is a solid way to keep them from going to waste. It’s a simple preservation method that turns fresh pears into shelf-stable jars you can reach for anytime – without needing a freezer or fancy equipment. Pears … Read more
How to Can Green Beans at Home
Canning green beans is one of the simplest ways to put up food for later. If you’ve got fresh beans and a pressure canner, you’re most of the way there. This is one of those old-school kitchen skills that’s totally doable once you get the hang of it. Whether you’re staring at an overflowing garden … Read more
How To Make Tomato Sauce (From Scratch)
Tomato sauce is one of those things that’s easy to grab off the shelf, but making it yourself is a whole different story – in a good way. When you make it from scratch, you control everything that goes into it. No extras, no junk. Just good tomatoes, a few basic ingredients, and some time … Read more