Monthly Archives: July 2010

Canning 101: Why You Should Bubble Your Jars

Posted on July 27, 2010 by marisa

Often, when you read a recipe for pickled vegetables, chutneys, relishes or whole fruit preserved in a syrup solution, you’ll come across a phrase that says something along the lines of, “bubble your jars thoroughly.” For new canners, this is … Continue reading →

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Small Batch: Mixed Stone Fruit Jam

Posted on July 26, 2010 by marisa

About a week ago, I had three peaches going mushy, a handful of soft apricots and a flat of sugar plums all competing for my attention. Knowing that I couldn’t ignore all that overly ripe fruit a day longer, I … Continue reading →

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Put ‘Em Up Winners

Posted on July 24, 2010 by marisa

I think I’ve held you all in suspense long enough. The winners of the Put ‘em Up! giveaway are Sharon W. (commenter #141) and Tammy (commenter #468). Sharon and Tammy, I’ll be in touch soon. So many thanks to all … Continue reading →

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July Can Jam: Cucumber Pepper Relish

Posted on July 23, 2010 by marisa

This month’s Can Jam recipe is a direct result of an abundance of green peppers in my CSA share and a hot night at a ball game. I like a nice crunchy green pepper as much as the next girl, … Continue reading →

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Canning 101: How to Ensure That Your Jam Sets

Posted on July 20, 2010 by marisa

One of the trickiest things about making jam is achieving the set sweet spot. Cook it too long and you worry about the integrity of your cutlery as you reach in for a spoonful. Cut the stove time short and … Continue reading →

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It’s Homemade Salsa Time

Posted on July 19, 2010 by marisa

Each year, right around mid-July, I experience an interesting shift in perception. Fresh, local tomatoes go from being a precious commodity, good for little more than slicing, salting and eating, to something just a bit more mundane. I don’t feel … Continue reading →

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Canning Book: Put ‘Em Up (+ giveaway!)

Posted on July 16, 2010 by marisa

One of the things I love most about the fact that canning and home food preservation is gaining popularity is how it’s meant an increase in beautifully designed, thoughtfully written and downright inspirational books on the subject. Take, for instances, … Continue reading →

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A Handy Helper for Speedy Pickling

Posted on July 12, 2010 by marisa

Several years ago, Scott and I filmed an episode of Fork You about making risotto with our friend Jessie. We cooked in her kitchen and though the whole day was fun, there’s one part of that shoot that has particularly … Continue reading →

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More on Fruit Butters in a Slow Cooker

Posted on July 8, 2010 by marisa

There were so many questions about cooking fruit butters in slow cookers left on the blueberry butter post that I thought I’d talk a little more about how it works, how to do it and why it’s a great technique. … Continue reading →

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Canning 101 – Label Your Jars Promptly

Posted on July 6, 2010 by marisa

For weeks now, I’ve been playing with an idea for this site. A series of posts, gathered under the header “Canning 101″ that could become a resource for those who are new to canning and serve as good reminders for … Continue reading →

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