When I learned that basil needed to be dehydrated using standard vegetable temperatures—instead of the temperature for herbs—I wondered why that was the case. Turns out, for culinary purposes, basil […]
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Did you know the secret to vibrant green pesto is blanching? Yes! It’s easy to do, too. Here’s how. Understanding Blanching and Its Relevance Blanching is a culinary skill that
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I love preserving a year’s worth of pesto at a time. (There’s a video about that below if you’re interested.) The problem is keeping it nice and bright green. But
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One day your basil is beautiful and normal-looking—and the next, it’s covered in white flowers. Can you still eat the basil? Are the flowers themselves edible? Let’s chat about it!
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Did you grow basil last year—only for it to flower before you had time to make some delicious pesto? Are you growing it now—and noticing that it looks different than
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As someone who LOVES both organizing and gardening, I’ve tried all sorts of seed storage systems. Last year, I discovered my “forever” seed storage method, and I’m excited to share
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Canning chicken stock is a wonderful way to make your food dollar stretch. A whole bird—or even a bag of thighs or leg quarters—can provide more than just meat. You’re
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Imagine being able to whip up a batch of coleslaw in less than 5 minutes. Canned coleslaw makes it possible! Now, we can’t can coleslaw in its traditional form with
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Blueberry jam is such a welcome change from the usual strawberry or grape. This recipe in particular, with its hint of vanilla and cinnamon, is simply delightful. Why You Might
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Zucchini is a garden staple around here. It lends itself well to various cooking methods and flavor combinations. You’ll be amazed by the endless culinary possibilities of zucchini—from transforming into
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I don’t know how you landed on this article today, but I’m sure glad you did. People have all sorts of reasons for wanting to stock a pantry with a
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Pickling cucumbers is a fantastic way to preserve their freshness, making them last longer while adding a tangy flavor that many people love. It’s a simple process that has been
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Pickling cucumbers is a wonderful way to enjoy a crisp, tangy, and refreshing snack all year round. But with so many cucumber varieties available, how do you choose the best
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Have you ever been chopping squash when suddenly … Your hands turn crusty and peely?! Welcome to squash hands. Let’s chat about it! What Are “Squash Hands”? “Squash hands” is
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You certainly can pickle any kind of cucumber. But the real question is … do you want to? The type of cucumber you choose to pickle is not a safety
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Not a fan of that canned potato texture? Dehydrating potatoes may be your answer. Learning how to dry potatoes gives you a chance to preserve a versatile pantry staple and
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Have you ever looked at your backyard and wondered how you could produce food in it? What if you could transform your backyard into a luscious vegetable garden—using just straw and
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So you’re making pickles—or some other pickled product—and wondering how much pickling spice to use? We’ve got you covered. 🙂 If your hands are sticky with pickle brine, and you’re
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If you want to keep your home-canned pickles crispy, you’ve probably heard of pickle crisp. But what is it exactly—and do you really need to use it? Let’s discuss! What
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Oh, canned green beans. For years we had a love-hate relationship. The crisp snap of a fresh green bean is delightful, so it’s a tad sad to lose that during
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