Preserving Food

How to can and preserve a variety of food.

Preserving FoodAugust 4, 2012October 27, 2021

Ways to Keep Seafood Fresh

The storage life of seafood varies on the type and the way it is handled and stored. The following are some basic guidelines on storage methods and times:

Preserving FoodAugust 4, 2012December 29, 2021

The Natural Way to Keep Avocados from Turning Brown

Once cut it is hard to keep avocados from turning brown. There are a few ways to prevent this

Preserving FoodAugust 4, 2012June 30, 2021

Home Canning – A Hassle Free Method

All foods in their natural state contain microorganisms, such as molds, yeasts and bacteria as well as enzymes. Food spoils when these enzyme, mold, yeast and bacteria growth is not controlled. In this respect, a proper and safe home canning procedure is one of the most important methods to protect the food from being rotten.

Preserving FoodAugust 4, 2012March 30, 2023

How Long is Food Good For

While you may be able to store food longer, it has been found that if you stay within these guidelines you will have both a safe and tasty food product to consume.

Preserving FoodAugust 4, 2012December 18, 2021

Home Food Freezing Basics

Home freezing fresh foods is an excellent way to preserve essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Follow a few basic tips to achieve the greatest success in your home freezing program.

Preserving FoodAugust 3, 2012October 11, 2022

How to Safely Preserve Food with Home Canning

When the growing season is going gangbusters in your area, you can affordably save the bounty of gardens and farms and enjoy the food for up to a year.

Preserving FoodAugust 3, 2012October 11, 2022

Introduction to Basic Canning Techniques

As you delve into the world of canning, so many different terms, equipment, methods and directions can be very confusing. But once you’ve tried your hand in the art of canning, I’m willing to bet you’ll be hooked!

Preserving FoodAugust 3, 2012October 14, 2022

Preparing The Perfect Fig Preserves Recipe

Although there are hundreds of recipes for preserves and jams, here is a basic preserve recipe to get you started.

Preserving FoodAugust 2, 2012October 9, 2021

5 Top Tips to Ensure Perfect Homemade Chutney

So, you’ve decided to make your own home made chutney. Maybe you’ve bought the fruit and vegetables or perhaps you have grown your own. Either way, it’s going to be delicious providing you don’t make some of the most common mistakes people make when making home made chutney and preserves.

Preserving FoodAugust 2, 2012October 12, 2022

A Look at Fruit Salsa

A Pineapple salsa is a nice side dish for chicken, pork or fish recipes. This can also be served over the meats.

Preserving FoodAugust 2, 2012October 12, 2022

Apple Salsa Recipe

If you are looking for an original, colorful appetizer or side dish, you can’t go wrong with this delicious apple salsa. It is healthy, tasty and original. You can serve it with blue corn chips, tortilla chips or, for a really low calorie snack – celery sticks.