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Spices and Herbs by Elaynn -
Sunday September 18, 2011 - By Elaynn
As we see and feel the weather getting cooler in most parts of our country, here in the US, many of us greet the colder temperatures in different ways. Especially is this so for those that are farmers, of most anything, be it crops or animals. We...
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The Jam and Jelly Lady -
Tuesday July 27, 2010 - By Sonya
Many folks love to can their own tomatoes for use in the winter months when they can't find a tomato in the grocer to their liking. I personally put up only 50 jars or so. I know some folks do a hundred or more.
But I like to vary the spice...
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The Jam and Jelly Lady -
Monday June 14, 2010 - By Sonya
A good week in the Florida sunshine was just what the doctor ordered! I feel so refreshed and ready to get through this promising canning season now!
July is the last month of the summer that I teach canning. When the bulk of the harvest...
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Tuesday May 25, 2010 - By Sonya
Analog dial versus a weighted gauge - which is the best for pressure canning?
I grew up using a weighted gauge canner. My ears are well-tuned for listening to the pot "speak" through the jiggle of the gauge. I know 30 feet...
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The Jam and Jelly Lady -
Tuesday April 27, 2010 - By Sonya
Why is heat so vital to home canning? I could lecture for hours about this topic, but I'm just going to make a few strong points here.
Heat is one factor in killing harmful microorganisms in canning. The bacteria I worry most about is...
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The Jam and Jelly Lady -
Wednesday April 21, 2010 - By Sonya
Just a quick note to let everyone know our next canning class was just scheduled. We accept 10 students (it's VERY hands-on, so we must keep it low), and only 8 positions left already.
May 17th and 18th (Monday and Tuesday nights) 6:30 - 9:30. Cost...
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Wednesday April 14, 2010 - By Sonya
Starting today, I'm going to write one canning tip per week. It IS the beginning of canning season, right? The strawberries are just about ready to burst, herbs are appearing, and canners are pulling equipment from their basements and...
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Paw Naturaw -
Sunday November 23, 2008 - By Jeffrey
Thanksgiving presents an opportunity for reflection and appreciation and fresh and delicious organic food. In many cases Thanksgiving brings Americans closer to their family, friends and loved ones, but don't forget to include Fido and Fifi into each of...
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