Cherry season is one of our favorites, but it never seems to be around long enough! It seems that every year, we’re scurrying to get and create something special with these delightful little fruits! In this Preserving Cherries Round-Up, we’re sharing our favorite ways to hold onto those wonderful flavors all year long. Our Mason […]
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Depending on which growing zone you’re in, rhubarb season may already be in full force, or it may just be beginning to show up in smallish bundles at the market. Often, the Red Variety of Rhubarb is most popular – that rosy hue just pops in those gorgeous foody posts- so it’s no surprise. However, […]
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If you are new to preserving, or if you’d like to expand your preserving skills, the best way to do that is to take a class. Your local Cooperative Extension office is a great place to start. You can search the Extension for classes here. In addition to the Cooperative Extension, there are a variety […]
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Are you looking to add a personal touch of homemade to your festive housewarming or congratulatory drink-making kit, planning for an impressive Build-your-own cocktail bar at a shower, or hoping to offer guests at your own gathering fun ways to brighten their cocktails or mocktails? In this post, we’ll show you how to make rim […]
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A Classic Bloody Mary recipe combines tomato juice, hot sauce, horseradish, pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce and some spices. Although a Bloody Mary generally includes vodka, this flavorful drink can stand on its own without alcohol which makes it a perfect mocktail. This post includes a Bloody Mary Mocktail recipe along with ideas for making a […]
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Mulled wine kits are easy to make and are welcome additions to wine-themed hostess gifts over the holidays. While they’re enjoyable to pull together on your own, it would also be a fun reason to gather with some of your favorite people and build some for the season! If you’d rather have a nonalcoholic option, […]
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Many families are repurposing their outdoor space into a new era of victory gardens in an effort to be proactive during the coronavirus crisis. These gardens are symbols of self-reliance, food production and community resilience. Some families might be new to growing their own food, others may grow food in much larger quantities than normal, […]
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(Updated – July 20, 2020) It’s peach picking time! Get a Peach Salsa Recipe, peach prepping tips and a demo with Marisa McClellan of Food in Jars right here! If you’re new to preserving peaches, be sure to confirm that you’re using freestone varieties. Fighting with the peels & pits can really take the wind […]
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