This syrup recipe can be used for most berries. Use what you have on hand, and better, it is great for really ripe berries. The syrup is canned thin, but is easily thickened* when going to use it. Being that it is thin you can use it for many uses, outside of on pancakes, such… Continue reading Lemon Bumbleberry Syrup
Category: Preserving
The Forgotten Area of Prepping: Mason Jar Lids
A few years back I was patting myself on the back for my canning abilities (and who doesn't?) until my husband pointed out a truth I had overlooked. If you are a prepper, or even a well rounded homesteader, you are a preserver by nature. You might have a pantry, closet or even cellar full… Continue reading The Forgotten Area of Prepping: Mason Jar Lids
Instant Pot Apple Butter
Using your Instant Pot to make apple butter is game changing. No baby sitting it, no stirring, and it is done in a short time, versus many hours on the stove. I prepped this in a 6 quart Instant Pot, if using a 8 quart this recipe is easily doubled. Next time I will use… Continue reading Instant Pot Apple Butter
Lower Sugar Orange Jelly
The best product for canning I have found is something so simple: Pomona's Pectin. Years ago when I found it I first thought of it as a bit fussy, only because it added another step. Later on I wised up and realized that tiny step opened up a world of canning I couldn't do otherwise.… Continue reading Lower Sugar Orange Jelly
Canned Pickled Red Onions
Pickled red onions are so good in and on recipes. Three jars will keep the pantry stocked for quite some time. If you are concerned you won't use a pint up in time, you can can them in in half pint jars as well. Pickled Red Onions Brine Ingredients: 2 cups water 1 cup white… Continue reading Canned Pickled Red Onions