Canning hot pepper plum jelly is a delicious and versatile way to preserve the flavors of summer all year round. This unique blend of spicy peppers and sweet plums creates a perfect balance of savory and sweet that is sure to please any palate. Whether you enjoy it as a spread on toast or as a glaze for meat dishes, this homemade jelly is a must-try for any foodie looking to add a little bit of heat to their pantry. In this guide, we'll show you how to make your own batch of canning hot pepper plum jelly step-by-step, so you can enjoy this tasty condiment at your leisure. While you're here, check out our other delicious canning recipes! Can I adjust the level of spiciness in the jelly? Yes, you can adjust the level of spiciness to your liking by adding more or fewer peppers. You … [Read more...]
Canning 101 – How to Start Canning and Save Money
Canning is a great way to preserve produce from your garden, farmers' markets, or local grocery stores. With a little knowledge and some basic supplies, you can begin home-canning and preserving your own food. Not only will canning you save money, but you'll also get the satisfaction of knowing that you are providing quality food for your family. This guide will provide an introduction to canning 101 basics so you can get started with confidence. No garden? No problem! Buy produce in season at the lowest price and stock up and can it so you have it later in the year! (Here is a great chart of when produce is in season) What is one way that canning can help save money? Purchasing items in bulk to take advantage of seasonal sales or overstock items is one way that canning can help … [Read more...]
Easy Homemade Hickory BBQ Sauce Recipe
I love BBQ! It's one of my favorite parts of summer so to save money we make our own Homemade Hickory BBQ Sauce Recipe! We use BBQ and grills out as much as possible in the summers and even more so now that we are on the road traveling. Over the years, I have perfected my own recipe. I made some recently and thought I would share! This makes a BIG batch. 4 -5 cups worth. We can it up in mason jars or freeze it for storage. If you'd like to can it, we have a lot more canning recipes for you to try. This recipe is amazing over ribs, in BBQ beans, over chicken, and even in pulled pork sandwiches. I make a batch this big to split up and store but mostly because this is the perfect amount for my homemade BBQ Slow Cooker Beans. It's very easy to make and you can … [Read more...]
Huckleberry Freezer Jam Recipe
Whether you're a first-time jam maker or a veteran, this huckleberry freezer jam recipe is simple and sure to please. The rich, tart flavor of the huckleberries pairs perfectly with sugar and lemon juice to create a delicious spread that can be eaten on toast, stirred into yogurt, or just enjoyed straight from the jar. We have some delicious breakfast recipes that this huckleberry freezer jam would go great with. Best of all, this freezer jam can be made in just minutes, so it's perfect for when you want something sweet but don't have time to cook. Give it a try and watch for more of our canning recipes. Does huckleberry jam need to be refrigerated? Yes, huckleberry jam does need to be refrigerated. The high sugar and acidic content in the jam makes it a hospitable environment for … [Read more...]
How to Can Bread and Butter Pickles
Bread and butter pickles are a tasty way to preserve cucumbers. They're perfect for eating during the winter when cucumbers are not in season. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to start canning bread and butter pickles. This is a great way to make sure you have a supply of your favorite pickles all year long! We love canning recipes and have quite a few on the site. It is a great way to stock up. How to Can Bread and Butter Pickles With a few ingredients and a little patience, you'll have delicious pickles to enjoy all year long! How long do canned pickles last? Canned pickles will generally last for about two years. However, it is best to check the date on your lids. Also, remember to rotate stock as you can more. What are the best cucumbers to use for canning … [Read more...]
Canning Apple Butter Recipe and Tips
If you're looking for a tasty and affordable way to preserve your apple harvest, then look no further than this easy canning apple butter recipe! It's perfect for spreading on toast or muffins, and it makes a great gift for friends and family. Plus, with these tips, you'll be able to make the most delicious apple butter ever! So, what are you waiting for? Start canning today! Can you get botulism from apple butter? Many say you shouldn't can apple butter but as long as you get it past 248 degrees to kill botulism you will be fine. Do the sight and sniff test when opening ANY canned item and if an item doesn't seal properly put it in the fridge and use it within 5 days. In 2015 there was only 140 deaths caused by botulism...and of those 140, only 2 were home canning … [Read more...]
Easy Peach Pie Filling for Canning
Canning Peach Pie filling is pretty much the same for everyone, the recipe doesn't vary much unless you're making a special version or adding other ingredients. Pie filling is the level 2 canning, as I call it I started at level 1 of jams then moved on to pie filling one I had the basics down. Most people start with apple pie filling but I had peaches so I started with peach pie filling for canning. Easy Peach Pie Filling for Canning This recipe will make about 3 quarts on average depending on the size of your peaches. If you are new to canning I suggest starting with a simple recipe like Canning Strawberry Jam. Related: Home Canning Recipes That Save You Money! Ingredients 12 ripe peaches, on the larger side 3 cups water 3 cups granulated sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon ½ cup … [Read more...]
Canning BBQ Sauce Recipe and Tips
It's canning season and one thing I like to can is BBQ sauce. We use a lot of it in the summer and I like making my own recipe of it. So since we use so much of it I started making and canning my own. So here is what you need to know about Canning BBQ Sauce. Canning BBQ Sauce I posted my own recipe for Hickory Bar-B-Que Sauce. We use a lot of BBQ sauce in the summer and even in the winter with our slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes. We love using it on our Root Beer BBQ Grilled Chicken and Slow Cooker Coca-Cola BBQ Roast Beef. I decided to can the bbq sauce for space reasons. You can make it and freeze it if you want but we have limited freezer space and I like to save that for the meat deals I find around town. Related: Applesauce BBQ Spare Ribs If you don't already have a water … [Read more...]
Amazing Apple Pie Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions
I tried apple pie jam for the first time a few months ago from a local fruit stand and HOLY WOW was it good! So I hunted and tried out a few recipes, adapted them and I promise this one is the best apple pie jam recipe I have found! This is one of our 25 Delicious Apple Dessert Recipes Amazing Apple Pie Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions This recipe for Apple Pie Jam includes how to preserve it so it doesn't go bad before you use it all. For more information on canning be sure to check out canning 101. You can also store it in the freezer in the jars but that can take up a lot of room if you make a few types of jams as I do. But I do have my Easy Freezer Blueberry Jam Recipe and my Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam. You can also make Instant Pot Blueberry … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Butter Recipe + Canning Pumpkin Butter Instructions
I have a confession. Until I made this recipe - I had never COOKED real pumpkin before! I had used the can stuff for just about everything. If you are doing this then just stop! This pumpkin butter recipe will change your mind completely! I made so much of it that first time I had to add in these canning pumpkin butter instructions just so I could stock up on it. Pumpkin Butter Recipe + Canning Pumpkin Butter Instructions So why did I make the jump to use real pumpkin? Well, we were getting pumpkins to carve for Halloween and we went to a farmers market stand we loved to pick up some apples and a few apple cider slushies too. Then I saw it. The bin of $1 pie pumpkins. Knowing that 1 good size ones would make a pie I intended to pick up one try it out hope I got it right. Then I see in … [Read more...]