Canned Many

There’s something magical about opening a jar of sunshine in the middle of winter – that’s exactly what canned oranges feel like to me! I still remember the first time I tried canning oranges at home. The kitchen smelled like a citrus grove, and those bright orange segments looked like little jewels floating in golden … Read more

You know those days when you just want a hearty, home-cooked meal but don’t have hours to spare? That’s where my canning pot roast comes in—ready to heat and eat whenever you need it. I’ve been pressure canning this family favorite for years (following strict USDA guidelines, of course), and let me tell you, nothing … Read more

There’s nothing quite like opening a jar of homemade Canning Sausage Potato Kale Soup on a chilly evening—it’s like giving future-you a big, warm hug! I first fell in love with this recipe when my neighbor Mrs. Henderson brought over a jar after I’d been sick for days. One bite of that smoky sausage, tender … Read more

I’ll never forget the day I stumbled upon my great-aunt’s box of vintage canning books at a dusty estate sale. The pages were yellowed, the spines cracked with love, and the recipes inside—oh my goodness—were pure gold. There’s something magical about these old-timey instructions, you know? They’re not just recipes; they’re heirlooms. Back when “preserves” … Read more

There’s something incredibly satisfying about pulling a jar of perfectly preserved lamb mutton from your pantry—ready to transform into a hearty stew or curry at a moment’s notice. Canning lamb mutton has been my go-to for years, especially when I find a great deal at the butcher or after a successful hunting trip. It’s not … Read more

I’ll never forget the first time I tried canning duck – my kitchen smelled like a cozy hunting lodge, and those golden jars of meat looked like treasure! Canning duck goose is my go-to method for preserving that rich, gamey flavor all year round. Whether you’ve got extra birds from hunting season or scored a … Read more

There’s something magical about opening a jar of home-canned turkey months after Thanksgiving and smelling that rich, savory aroma all over again. Canning turkey became my go-to preservation method after one too many freezer failures left me with frostbitten meat. Now, my pantry stays stocked with ready-to-use turkey that tastes just as good as the … Read more

If you’ve ever bitten into a dish and thought, “Wow, that tastes like sunshine and fiestas all at once,” you’ve probably had Southwestern flavors at their best. That’s exactly what this Southwestern corn salsa brings to the table—a burst of fresh, zesty, and slightly smoky goodness that’ll make your taste buds dance. I first fell … Read more

There’s something magical about heirloom tomatoes – their vibrant colors, their sweet-tart flavor that bursts in your mouth, their juicy texture that just screams “summer.” That’s why I’m obsessed with turning them into the most comforting heirloom tomato soup you’ll ever taste. Trust me, once you try this version, those canned soups will be a … Read more

I still remember the first time I tried this mild jalapeno salsa at my friend Maria’s backyard BBQ. I was skeptical at first – I love flavor but can’t handle too much heat – but one bite had me hooked. The jalapenos gave it just the right kick without setting my mouth on fire, and … Read more