Jam and Jelly recipes are such a huge part of the simple life. Whether you’re brand new to canning or a seasoned preserver, jams and jellies are perfect. Traditional flavors, savory treats, or quirky experiments – there seems to be Jam and Jelly Recipes for Everything. Whether you prefer traditional jams with chunky fruits, clear …
Raspberries are hands down my favorite -whether I buy them in the store or am foraging for the small wild ones that grow in my backyard. The season always seems to go by so fast though. There are several choices when it comes to preserving these pretty red berries (freezing, dehydrating, etc), but I’m a …
Nothing smells like summer quite like honeysuckle does. The sweet smelling flowers can be found on vines in undisturbed places, usually with children around them eating the honey flavored nectar. Although the rest of the plant is not edible, honeysuckle flowers are edible and using them to make honeysuckle jelly is a great way to …
It seems these days everyone has a side hustle. Etsy shops, selling on Ebay, walking the neighbor’s dog… there are so many ways to bring in some extra cash these days. Ever wonder just how to make money from your homestead? Cottage Food Laws just might be your answer! What are Cottage Food Laws? Have …
Ah, Spring. When the world comes back to life. And the best part? All those fresh fruits and veggies! Eating Seasonally in the Spring is the best! Eating seasonally not only ensures the freshest and ripest food, but it also saves money too! Pay attention to your local grocery stores and farmers’ markets. When certain …
Rhubarb is one of the most reliable plants in the garden. A true perennial that comes back year after year in zones 3–8 with almost no fuss. The challenge isn’t growing it. It’s keeping up with it. When your rhubarb patch is producing faster than you can use it fresh, knowing how to preserve and …
Herb salt is a wonderful way to preserve your herb harvest. It’s easy, delicious, and repeatable in a number of different ways. Use this homemade herb salt recipe to keep herbs on hand for easy cooking in your own pantry or save jars to give to all your foodie friends. Herbs are (usually) some of …
Canning foods is a wonderful way to preserve the harvest or even a great deal you find at your local farmers market or grocery store. But are you doing it correctly? Which is the best way? Water bath canning or pressure canning? When done correctly, canning is a wonderful and safe way to preserve foods …
If you were to gather 10 people together and ask them how to make and can jam and jelly, you would probably get at least 10 different answers. Whether someone grew up canning with Grandma who still clings to the old ways or someone just learned by watching a YouTube video, there are many dangerous …
Use the beautiful, edible blossoms of spring and summer to make delicious flower jellies. These flower jelly recipes are delicious to eat and beautiful to give as gifts. It’s a great way to share the garden or local foraging adventures with friends and family. Jewel-toned jars full of sweet and floral flavors are a great …