This episode discusses how to make raspberry fruit leather. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Fruit Leather. Equipment needed: DehydratorPlastic Liners

In this episode, you'll learn how to make seedless blackberry jam without adding commercial pectin. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Blackberry Jam Resources mentioned in this podcast: How to use a water bath canner In this episode you'll learn: What type of blackberries are neededHow to mash and remove the seeds from blackberriesHow to make the jamThree ways to test the jam to ensure it's at the gelling stageHow to water bath can the jam

Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Canning Tips from USUWater Bath Canning Pressure Canning Episode 9 - Using Different CannersCanning TomatoesCanning Apple Pie Filling In this episode you'll learn: 10 tips to avoid when canningItems that are considered major canning mistakes and could possibly be deadlyReminders about safe canning

In this episode, Kathy talks about fresh raspberries and shares a recipe for making a no-bake raspberry delight! Recipes Find the complete recipe for No-Bake Raspberry Dessert! Recipes mentioned in this podcast: How to Freeze Raspberries Homemade Raspberry Jam In this episode you'll learn: A simple way to serve fresh raspberries in a no-bake dessertHow to make raspberry delight

In this episode, Kathy shares three different ways to dry rosemary. Find the complete recipe and step by step directions for Drying Rosemary Recipes using dried rosemary: Rosemary SaltPoultry SeasoningVenison Backstrap Roasted Potatoes In this episode you'll learn: Three different ways to dry rosemaryHow to determine when rosemary is driedHow to store rosemaryWays to use rosemaryHow to substitute dry rosemary for fresh rosemary in recipesHow long dried rosemary lasts

In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for making basil pesto and shares her tips on how to freeze pesto. Find the complete recipe for Basil Pesto Recipes using pesto Creamy Pesto GnocchiCheesy Pesto Garlic BreadGrilled Cheese with PestoPesto Chicken Sandwich In this episode you'll learn: How to make basil pestoTwo methods for freezing pestoHow to use frozen pesto

In this episode, Kathy shares how to make homemade tomato sauce and how to preserve it using a water bath canner. Find the complete recipe for Canning Tomato Sauce Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning TomatoesWater Bath Canning In this episode you'll learn: How to make tomato sauceMethods for straining the tomatoes to remove the skin and the seedsHow long to simmer the sauceWhy you need to add bottled lemon juiceHow long to water bath can the sauceAn option for freezing your sauce instead of canning it

In this episode, Kathy shares three different recipes for repurposing stale bread. No more wasting day-old bread! Recipes mentioned in this podcast: BreadcrumbsDried Bread CubesHomemade Croutons In this episode you'll learn: Ways to use stale bread before it goes badThree recipes for using stale bread

In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for making Peach and Blackberry Cobbler using either fresh or frozen fruit. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Peach and Blackberry Cobbler Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Frozen peaches In this episode you'll learn: How to make a cobbler with peaches and blackberriesHow to use frozen fruit or fresh fruit for the cobblerThe recipe for the cobbler toppingDirections for making the cobbler

In this episode, Kathy shares her method for canning cherries. Find the complete recipe for How to Can Cherries. Water Bath Canning Altitude and Canning In this episode you'll learn: How to can cherriesOptions for the canning syrupRemove the pit or leave it inHow to avoid cherries from splitting

In this episode, Kathy discusses how altitude affects canning and the changes you need to make when canning with a water bath canner and a pressure canner.   Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Water Bath Canning Pressure Canning In this episode you'll learn: Why altitude affects processing when canningAdditional time is added when water bath canningIncreased pressure is added when pressure canningHow to find your altitudeTemperature changes to boiling water at different elevations

In this episode, you'll learn all about canning salt and pickling salt.   Recipes Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning tomatoesPickles In this episode you'll learn: What is canning saltWhat is pickling saltIf canning salt is optional in canning recipesWhen it's mandatory to use canning saltOther types of salt to use in canning

In this episode, Kathy discusses canning lids used for water bath and pressure canning. Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Episode 44 Canning Jars Episode 43 HeadspaceWater Bath Canning Pressure CanningNational Center for Home Food Preservation In this episode you'll learn: All about lids for home canningWhat lids are recommended for home canning by the NCFHPHow long unused lids lastIf boiling lids is necessary before canning

In this podcast episode, Kathy discusses different types of canning jars. In this episode you'll learn: What type of jars to use for canningAbout 1/2 gallon canning jarsReusing commercially canned jarsSterilizing canning jarsWashing canning jarsInspecting jars before usingWays to repurpose old canning jars Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Using a Water Bath Canner Using a Pressure CannerUsing Mayonnaise Jars for CanningNational Center for Home Food PreservationUC Master Food Preserver Program Episode 43, Headspace in Canning

In this episode, Kathy discusses headspace in canning and why it's important. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning TomatoesApple Pie FillingApricot JamCanning Dried BeansCanning FishWater Bath Canning Pressure Canning In this episode you'll learn: What is headspace in canningWhy headspace is importantWhy headspace varies depending on the contents you are canningHow to measure headspaceWhat happens if I leave too little or too much headspaceHeadspace in jars after processing

In this podcast episode, Kathy discusses whether re-canning commercially canned food is a safe and practical practice. Recipes Canning TomatoesCanning Chili In this episode you'll learn: If purchasing large cans of commercially canned food and re-canning into smaller jars is worth it.Does re-canning affect the quality of the foodIf re-canning is safe Resources UC Master Food Preserver ProgramUC Agriculture and Natural Resources, newsletter

In this episode, Kathy cleans out her deep freezer and uses up some frozen raspberries and turns them into a delicious raspberry sorbet! Recipes Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Sorbet Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Frozen Raspberries In this episode you'll learn: How to make sorbet using frozen raspberriesA quick and easy way to strain the seedsHow to harden sorbet

In this podcast episode, Kathy share her recipe and method for making homemade canned chili. This is a delicious way to make homemade chili shelf stable and ready to use. Recipes Find the complete recipe for How to Can Chili Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Homemade Chili with BeansHow to Can Dried Beans In this episode you'll learn: Ingredients needed for making chiliHow to prepare dried beans for canningSteps to can chiliHow to use a pressure canner for canning chiliHow to store canned jars of chiliIdeas for using home canned chili

In this episode, we are making a small batch of strawberry jam. This is an easy to make jam that can be stored in your refrigerator. No canning or freezing needed. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Strawberry Jam Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Rhubarb Jam PancakesWaffles In this episode you'll learn: The steps needed to make a small batch of jamHow to know when the jam has set upWays to test the jam

In episode 38, Kathy shares her method for freezing rhubarb. This is a great method to preserve your fresh rhubarb to use throughout the year. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Freezing Rhubarb. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Rhubarb BreadRhubarb MuffinsRhubarb Cobbler In this episode you'll learn: How to freeze rhubarbWhat to do if you only have a small amount of rhubarbThe ideal size to cut up your rhubarbWays to portion the rhubarb for individual recipesIdeas for using frozen rhubarb