Monthly Archives: June 2009

Peach Jam Class

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Marisa

Originally, when we announced the canning class line-up at Foster’s, we had a class down in which I would teach some folks how to can peach halves in light syrup. For some reason, that class has been singularly unpopular (there … Continue reading →

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Canning in Vintage Jars

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Marisa

When I first started becoming truly enthralled with canning, I began to look beyond the standard Mason/Ball/Kerr jars available. I discovered the Weck jars that are typically used in Europe, but was put off a bit by the price tag … Continue reading →

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Food in Jars from around the internet

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Marisa

Last week, the New York Times food section featured Eugenia Bone and her new book Well-Preserved. Since then, she’s been answering reader questions on Diner’s Journal, and there’s lot of good info there for those of you who are looking … Continue reading →

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Homemade Pancake Mix

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Marisa

As far as I’m concerned, my father is the king of pancakes (and waffles too). During his early twenties, he spent a spell working as a short order cook at the International House of Pancakes. After eating one doughy pancake … Continue reading →

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