Hey there, green thumbs and apple enthusiasts! Ever plucked those luscious apples straight from the tree, only to find them sad and wrinkled a few days later? Well, fret not because we’re diving deep into the world of apple storage, and trust me, it’s a game-changer for all you eco-conscious orchard lovers out there. I…
The first time I tried my hand at canning and preserving it was a warm late-summer day, and our local disused railway line was bursting with ripe, juicy blackberries. As we picked them, my parents told me all about how to preserve these juicy berries and make jam from them. I was amazed that you…
I remember my first attempt at canning tomato sauce (ketchup) like it was yesterday. I was so excited to embark on this new adventure of self-sufficiency and sustainability, but, truth be told, I was also a little bit nervous. The last thing I wanted was to make my family sick with improperly preserved food. Since…
The key to successful living is having a low impact on the Earth. One way to do this is by reducing your food waste and focusing on self-sufficiency and simplicity. No matter how far you go to reduce your food waste, it is inevitable that you’ll have some leftovers. From vegetable peelings to leftover portions,…
Food security means different things to different people. For some of us, being food secure means having a few months’ supplies of food in the pantry ready for whatever might happen (such as a job loss or a global shortage), and for others, it means learning how to cook and preserve food for our family’s…
