1. Toss the cucumber slices and salt in a large bowl until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 1/2 hours. 2. Pour the ...

Put a lid on it. Canning, preserving and freezing can help extend summer’s bounty into fall and winter. From traditional water bath and pressure canning to quick freezer jams and refrigerator pickles, ...

A century ago, every woman in rural America had a hope chest and a Mason jar collection. These coveted jars were brought into use over the August and September harvest season when the farm yielded its ...

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Across the United States, more kitchens are becoming hubs of preservation as food prices rise and seasonal dishes gain attention. National data shows steady food ... Read more The post Preserving for ...

As the farmers market season winds down and the final weeks of fresh produce arrive, many shoppers find themselves wishing ...

I picked up a cookbook last week to peruse some canning recipes and what I saw left me cold. Two recipes, one for preserving green beans, the other for asparagus, called for processing the vegetables ...

All you need is jars, fresh lids and a big kettle for processing The easiest starter for fruit is making jam Sterilization is key A century ago, every woman in rural America had a hope chest and a ...