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Oh my gosh, you guys – canning Chicken Marsala has been my absolute game-changer for busy weeknights! Picture this: that rich, savory sauce with tender chicken, all ready to heat and serve whenever you need a comforting meal in minutes. I first tried canning this classic dish last fall when my garden was overflowing with … Read more

There’s something magical about roasted tomato basil soup that makes it my go-to comfort food every single time. The first time I made it, I couldn’t believe how roasting transformed ordinary tomatoes into this deep, caramelized masterpiece bursting with flavor. That rich aroma filling your kitchen? Pure happiness. What I love most is how simple … Read more

There’s nothing quite like opening a jar of homemade chicken korma on a busy weeknight – the rich aroma of spices fills the kitchen instantly, and dinner is ready before you can say “takeout menu.” I’ve been canning this creamy, fragrant dish for years, ever since my neighbor Priya showed me how her grandmother preserved … Read more

There’s something magical about opening a jar of home-canned carrots in January that taste like you just pulled them from the garden. I’ll never forget my first time canning carrots – that satisfying “pop” of the seal taking hold, knowing I’d captured summer’s sweetness for dreary winter days. Once you taste the difference, those flabby … Read more

There’s something so satisfying about opening a jar of home-canned chicken months later and knowing you’ve got a delicious, ready-to-use protein at your fingertips. I remember the first time I tried canning chicken—I was nervous about doing it safely, but once I got the hang of it, wow! Now my pantry always has a few … Read more

You know those nights when you just need a big, warm hug in a bowl? That’s my chicken and corn chowder for you. I’ve been perfecting this recipe for years, ever since my friend Sarah brought a version over when I was sick one winter. It’s my go-to comfort food, and I’m so excited to … Read more

You know those nights when you’re craving crispy French fries but don’t want to deal with peeling and cutting potatoes? That’s exactly why I fell in love with canning French fries! I’ll never forget the first time I pulled a jar of homemade fries from my pantry – it felt like magic having perfectly preserved … Read more

I’ll never forget the first time I tasted homemade canned crab – it was pure magic! My uncle, a fisherman from the Oregon coast, showed up one winter with a crate of fresh Dungeness crab and a mischievous grin. “You’re gonna love this,” he said, rolling up his sleeves. By afternoon’s end, we’d transformed that … Read more

There’s nothing like the rich, savory flavor of homemade vegetable broth—especially when you can enjoy it year-round! Canning vegetable broth is my secret to always having this kitchen staple on hand without wasting a single scrap. I started doing this years ago when I realized how much money I was throwing away on store-bought cartons … Read more

You haven’t really tasted homemade pickles until you’ve used your own pickling spice blend – trust me on this. That moment when you open a jar of cucumbers or green beans months later and get hit with that perfect balance of warmth, earthiness, and just the right kick? That’s the magic of good pickling spices. … Read more