Growing carrots in your own backyard is so rewarding, but knowing when to harvest them can be tricky. After all, they grow underground, so we can’t exactly see when they’re […]
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Growing your own potatoes can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but knowing when to harvest them is crucial for a successful crop. Thankfully, potato plants offer visual cues to
What Do Potato Plants Look Like When Ready to Harvest: Your Quick Guide Read More ⇨
So you’re processing a small load when you realize you don’t have enough jars to fill your water bath canner. What do you do? The short answer is … no
What To Do When You Don’t Have Enough Jars To Fill a Water Bath Canner Read More ⇨
So yesterday was a productive day. The kids and the new puppy (and the husband!) all cooperated, and you were able to accomplish putting up a nice harvest of tomatoes.
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We receive a lot of questions on rehydrating and using dehydrated foods, so we thought it was time for a dedicated post on the topic! We’ll cover three simple ways
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Need a quick answer? You should let your jars sit untouched for a minimum of 12 hours. Want all the details? Keep reading. 🙂 Why Let Jars Sit After Canning?
How Long to Let Jars Sit After Canning: A Quick Guide Read More ⇨
The first time I heard someone talk about dehydrating rice, I thought to myself: “You’ve GOT to be kidding me. That’s taking it too far.“ What I failed to realize
How to Dehydrate Rice [& Why You’ll Want To] Read More ⇨
For many years, I didn’t worry about storing sugar because we only kept 5 lbs on hand, and even that lasted 6 months or more. However, now that I’m big
How to Store Sugar to Prevent Bugs Read More ⇨
Does “false seal” sound a little scary? It implies that the jar looks sealed … but it isn’t. That can be a tad startling for new canners. But don’t worry.
What is a False Seal in Canning? A Quick Guide for Home Preservers Read More ⇨
The classic carrot was my garden nemesis for many years. The problem? Germination. I couldn’t even get the seeds to sprout! (*Hides face in shame.*) 2023 was the year I
Tricks to Planting Carrot Seeds: A Simple Guide for Gardeners Read More ⇨
When I first started dehydrating, I was doing it for the long-term storage benefits and ability to make meals in jars. However, it didn’t take long for my kiddos to
Best Types of Foods to Dehydrate for Snacking Read More ⇨
I know it’s hard to believe but … I practically ran my dehydrator day and night for two years. (And, yes, it’s still kickin’!) From veggies and fruits to herbs
Best Foods to Dehydrate for Long-Term Storage: Your Ultimate Guide Read More ⇨
When I was researching natural pest control for my garden, one flower kept surfacing over and over: Marigolds. Despite their popularity, nothing goes in my garden without extensive research. (I’m
Do Marigolds Attract Bees? Read More ⇨
I’ll never forget the year I lost an entire cabbage crop to the dreaded cabbage worm. At first, it was only a few little holes so I didn’t think anything
Will Dish Soap Kill Cabbage Worms? A Quick Guide Read More ⇨
Usually, when I’m short on time and want to put away chicken for my family to eat later, I seal it up in a vacuum bag and toss it in
Canning Shredded Chicken Read More ⇨
Now that you’re preserving your own food, you’ll need a place to put all that home canned goodness.
Finding the optimal space for canning jar storage isn’t always easy, so let’s discuss some practical options!
Canning Jar Storage Options [+ A DIY Guide] Read More ⇨
When you’re shopping for a long-term food storage salt, you’ll want to consider how your family eats currently, along with what their needs and wants may be in a situation where food supplies are compromised.
How to Store Salt Long Term Read More ⇨
Since dried meat offers a source of protein that doesn’t require refrigeration, it has been a staple food for humans for thousands of years. It’s a common ingredient in many
Dried Meat Recipes From Around the World Read More ⇨
When I was a kid, I couldn’t wait until June. Because school was out, obviously, but also because our family always went berry-picking. Berry-picking meant gobbling up way too many
Steam Juicer Vs. Juice Extractor for Canning Read More ⇨
Did you just finish up a batch of canning and notice that your jars look cloudy? Does this mean you did something wrong? Do you have to throw out all
How to Prevent (& Clean) Cloudy Canning Jars Read More ⇨