Planning a vegetable garden and knowing what your family likes to eat prior to preserving helps prepare you for a summer of family fun. There are many fresh vegetables that we enjoy from our gardens such as tomatoes, lettuce, peas, and more. With planning and effort, we can create a garden to enjoy all our […]
Home Canning Challenges and Risks
Among the shifts in home life brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant surge in home canning. This is not surprising, given the gardening boom, more time spent at home, and the economic downturn. Unfortunately, this has created some shortages that are not only frustrating for home preservers but can create serious safety […]
Safe Home Food Preservation at any Elevation
We’re at the height of the gardening season in Colorado, making it the perfect time to preserve delicious, ripe, local produce to enjoy throughout the winter months! Whether you have an abundance of tomatoes, cucumbers, blackberries, green beans or zucchini, be sure to select the best home food preservation method for YOU, and always use […]
