As we eagerly anticipate a bountiful spring and summer, it's essential to take advantage of the slower-paced winter days by preparing for the upcoming canning season. One crucial task during this time is conducting an inventory of your canning pantry. This practice ensures you are ready for a productive and organized canning season ahead. Jump to Resource List I know most of us are dealing with this historic winter storm , and spring seems like light-years away. I get it. But

Forgot to defrost dinner again? Power outages ruining everything in your freezer? You can have tender, juicy chicken that’s ready when you are. This shelf-stable protein is the perfect addition to your pantry shelves! Jump to Recipe Friends, we have a slight problem. As I write this, 40 states (including mine) are currently enmeshed in a historic winter storm , and more winter storms are expected to hit in the next few days. I’m not rushing to the grocery store (they’re like

This pressure-canned, homemade recipe combines savory ground beef, a trio of beans, garden-fresh peppers, and aromatic spices, making it...

Whether you have a bounty of fresh satsumas from your garden or have picked some up at the local farmer’s market, this jelly is a perfect...

This homemade barbecue sauce offers the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and smoky! Jump to Recipe Yield: 32 half-pints or 16 pints We...

This delicious homemade BBQ offers the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and just the right amount of heat! Jump to Recipe We have a...

Home-canned ground beef is delicious, convenient, and shelf-stable! Jump to Recipe I have a dilemma, friends. My freezers are jam-packed...

Tender, sweet, and with just the right amount of heat. These Italian Roasted Red Peppers will be a delicious addition to all of your...

Light, sweet, and refreshing, this delicious adaptation of a family favorite is made with juice from freshly picked peaches and lemons to...

This delicious plum sauce has the perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and spice! This recipe is an easy water bath canning recipe however, it...

Crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and a delicious blend of spices create a mouthwatering treat that can be used as a burger topping, a tasty spread on your favorite bread, or as a divine dip on your charcuterie board. Jump to Recipe What is Maple Bacon & Onion Jam Maple Bacon and Onion jam is a wonderful blend of savory and sweet flavors, crafted by combining perfectly caramelized onions with crispy bacon, rich maple syrup, molasses, and apple cider vinegar. This unique condi

As our gardens and local farmers' markets become full of beautiful crops, it's important to think about what we'll do to preserve all...

Layering flavors is the easiest way to make good food become great food. Seasonings and oils are the most economical ways to build flavors in any dish. One of the quickest ways to add a ton of flavor is the use of infused oils. Aromatic oils have been around for centuries. They're known not only for their medicinal properties but for their versatility in the kitchen. Not to mention, they are stunning in glass jars, which is a bonus in my book! There are many variations that

Creating homemade citrus baking extracts is a fun and affordable way to enhance your baking with natural flavors. These extracts are not...

Freshly ripe peaches are turned into delicious homemade Peach Butter, making summertime so much sweeter! Jump to Recipe We are knee-deep...

This BBQ sauce boasts a vibrant golden orange hue with flecks of red crushed peppers, making it visually appealing. It's zesty and sweet, perfect for spooning, pouring, dunking, or brushing onto your favorite grilled meat entrees! Jump to Recipe Canning season is in full swing, my friends! After filling my pantry with jars of delicious Home-Canned Peach Butter , I was eager to tackle the next item on my canning agenda: a homemade barbecue sauce. But this wasn’t just any ordin

Before I started canning, I would make sure to have some homemade chicken or beef stock in the freezer to have on hand. I use it in just...