Water bath canning is a fantastic and incredibly easy way to get into preserving and packaging your own food. I consider it the ‘gateway’ to pressure canning as it is less intimidating and like I said, incredibly easy! It requires less ‘specialized’ equipment than pressure canning does, too. Chances … [Read more...]

Absolutely everyone I know uses dried food and spices in some way. Think about it: Who doesn't have garlic or onion powder, parsley or oregano in their spice cupboards? How about pasta or rice? Dehydrating, or drying if you prefer, is another one of those ancient food preservation methods because it … [Read more...]

I don’t know too many people who don’t enjoy smoked meats and cheeses. Some smoked salmon or smoked cheddar makes for a wonderful flavor in your dishes or even as a stand alone meal or snack. What blows me away is how incredibly easy it really is to smoke up your own tasty food! I used to think it … [Read more...]