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How to Make & Can Tomato Sauce

Making and canning your own tomato sauce is a great way to preserve those delicious tomatoes from your garden to enjoy all winter long. Not only is it a budget-friendly way to stock your pantry, but...

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How to Freeze Corn

Interested in freezing corn but not sure which method is best? Let us help! In the category of summer vegetables, there is nothing that quite satisfies, like corn on the cob.  Maybe it’s the fact that...

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How to Make Garlic Powder

Making garlic powder at home is easy and satisfying. Turning your fresh garlic into garlic powder is also an excellent way to preserve garlic. Homemade garlic powder can be made in just a few simple...

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How to Dry Black Currants in a Dehydrator

Drying black currants is a great way to preserve this tart summer berry. Dried black currants can be used in sweet baking projects like scones or cookies. They can also be added to savory dishes like...

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Why You Should Cook With Frozen Vegetables

Are you tired of buying fresh vegetables only to have them go bad in a few days? Do you want an easy and convenient solution to adding more veggies to your meals? It may be time to try frozen...

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How to Dry Rosemary – 4 Easy Methods

Rosemary is a fantastic herb to grow in the home garden. Not only does this popular herb smell wonderful, but it is a hardy and tolerant perennial. This versatile herb is easy to grow, and its...

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How to Store Carrots | 3 Ways

Storing carrots is a great way to extend the garden season and supply your own vegetables well into the winter. Carrots are fairly easy to grow in large quantities and can be stored in several ways....

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How to Harvest, Cure, and Store Potatoes

Potatoes have become one of the most rewarding harvests of our garden.  Not only is the harvest abundant, but digging potatoes up is fun for the whole family!   There are many different methods for...

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How to Infuse Olive Oil Using Cold Infusion

Infused olive oils are a great way to add flavor to a dish. They are amazing in marinades, pasta dishes, and salad dressings.  Infused olive oils are versatile and enhance the taste of various dishes...

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How to Water Glass Eggs for Long Term Storage

Water glassing is an age-old egg preservation method that allows you to preserve eggs for 12-18 months. This tactic applies to eggs cultivated in your backyard or on a farm, not store-bought eggs....

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How to Make Dried Orange Slices

We love oranges in our household. And when oranges are in season, we keep plenty of them stacked and readily available for everyone to enjoy. But what I love most about oranges is their versatility –...

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How to Dry Apples

Apples are a regular in our household. From honey crisp to granny smith, we enjoy them all. During apple season, we keep plenty on hand for everyone. But what I appreciate most about apples is their...

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Can You Dehydrate in an Air Fryer?

The short answer is absolutely! Although it’s not the most common method used for dehydration, you can dehydrate certain foods and herbs in an air fryer. Air fryers have become quite popular over the...

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How to Dry Basil – 5 Methods

Basil is a great herb for your garden. It smells good, grows easily, and can repel bugs. You can grow it indoors or outdoors near a sunny spot and use it in cooking. Drying basil preserves it for...

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Popular Types of Beans

Beans have been an essential part of human diets for longer than we can remember. Enjoyed by many around the world for centuries, many types of beans are excellent sources of the nutrients our bodies...

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How to Make Brown Sugar Soft Again

We’ve all experienced it: brown sugar that has gone hard. It isn’t very pleasant, and figuring out why this happens is not always easy. Softening brown sugar is a simple process that can save you time...

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How to Dry Fresh Thyme – 5 Methods

Thyme is such a wonderful herb to grow in your garden. It makes the perfect addition to a variety of dishes including soups and stews. Drying thyme preserves it for later use – allowing you to extend...

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How to Freeze Eggplant

Freezing eggplant in slices is a smart move if you love dishes like eggplant parmesan or vegetable lasagna. Harvesting eggplant is exciting, but it’s easy to end up with more than you can quickly use....

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How to Start Canning at Home

Canning the food you harvest is an excellent way to boost your self-reliance. Canning is one method for preserving food from the garden season to the last year-round. Canned food does not have to be...

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