Tag Archives: canning
#57 ~ Can my way Through Tigress’ 2010 Can Jam: (January/Citrus) Rosemary-Meyer Lemon Marmalade
If you have never canned before, Tigress has lots of inspiration and information to get you started. If you are a seasoned canner, she has more recipes linked/posted than you’ll probably ever be able to can! Last year I participated in … Continue reading
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Goodbye 2010, Hello 2011
The start of a new year is always a time for reflection on the past, and hope for the opportunities yet to come. This year my family starts with some setbacks, but I am optimistic that the future will be bright … Continue reading
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December Can Jam ~ Pear/Dried Apple Chutney
When I went home for Thanksgiving, my father treated us to a pork tenderloin stuffed with a pear/dried pear filling. Dad was pretty proud of the pork loin; it was delicious despite the inclusion of cilantro which I despise. The … Continue reading
Chai Spiced Apple Rings? ~ November Can Jam
When the theme for this month’s Can Jam was announced, I was excited. Apples are just about the perfect choice for me now. They are in season and in abundance here and I have a lot of experience with … Continue reading
Pinot Noir Grape Jam
Even though school started seven weeks ago, I’ve still been working my “summer job” selling croissants and produce for Nic and Jen Welty of 9 Bean Rows at the Farmers’ Market. Between school, my sisters’ wedding (and sewing four bridesmaid’s … Continue reading
October Can Jam ~ Festive Chile Pepper Cranberry Sauce
Summer is officially over. Apples, pumpkins, squash and root vegetables have over taken the markets. Leaves are steadily dropping from the trees, birds are heading south and there is a noticeable nip in the air. Fall is here in full … Continue reading
September Can Jam~Spiced Peach Jam
I love peaches. Mostly I love them fresh, but grocery store peaches in the winter shipped from who-knows-where are not tasty so I don’t buy them anymore. I also love jam. So, what could be better than peach jam? Spiced … Continue reading
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August Can Jam ~ Tomatoes Three Ways
Tomatoes. There is something about a ripe tomato that simply screams, “Summer!” Unfortunately, tomato season doesn’t last forever. Unless, of course, you buy mealy, flavorless, South American tomatoes all winter but that is an entirely different post. Today we’re talking about … Continue reading
July Can Jam ~ Cucurbits (Old-Fashioned Dill Pickles)
Okay, so I had fairly grand plans for this month’s Jam. I was going to experiment with zucchini. Or make an exotic pickled cucumber. But, time got away from me and lo and behold today is the deadline!!! And, I don’t … Continue reading
June Can Jam~ Herbed Strawberry-Balsamic Jam
Thank you Tigress! The Can Jam was just the kick-start I needed to get back to my blog. The “Hiatus” as it will henceforth be called was an unplanned lull caused by a busy schedule coupled with a lack of … Continue reading
