This is just my opinion, but Weck canning jars are some of the most beautifully designed canning jars out there. The heavy glass, clean lines, and simple designs make these jars very eye catching and attractive. Weck jars are actually MUCH more common in Europe than our ubiquitous American Ball, Mason, or Kerr canning jars. […]
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Crock Pot Apple Butter
Using a crock pot slow cooker is a great way to make apple butter! Whether you start with pre-made applesauce or whole apples first get out your slow cooker. Start with a typical 4-5 quart slow cooker crock pot. Peel, core, and dice the apple variety of your choice to completely fill the slow cooker, […]
Homemade Jams, Jellies, and Preserves
Making strawberry jam at home brings back fond memories of my grandparents, who made large batches every summer. They would load up on strawberries from a you-pick farm and spend hours in the kitchen. I remember the vast amounts of sugar they added and the jam bubbling away on the stove for what seemed like […]
Making Jelly Without Added Pectin
As a homesteader, I’ve recently delved into the art of making apple jelly without added pectin. With so many apples off of one of my apple trees (I think the variety is Jonathan) I wanted to do something else besides making more pies. My journey has been both enlightening and a bit challenging, especially when […]