There are four general methods for pickling: quick, salt-brined, vinegar-brined and fermented. Within those basic pickling techniques, there exist many variations to pickle different vegetables and fruits and to make relishes and chutneys. Each pickling method has its own benefits, and some produce lends itself better to one method or another. Quick-pickle method: Items that […]
Want to start dehydrating but not sure where to start? Here are some suggestions for what dries well for safe, overwinter storage.
Excerpt from the Popular Kitchen Series magabook Canning & Preserving with permission from its publisher, BowTie magazines, a division of BowTie Inc. Purchase Canning & Preserving here. There are several approaches to dehydrating foods. To find the one that works best for you, think about what you want to dehydrate and your geographical and climatic […]
Excerpt from the Popular Kitchen Series magabook Canning & Preserving with permission from its publisher, BowTie magazines, a division of BowTie Inc. Purchase Canning & Preserving here. Ascorbic acid: vitamin C in powdered form; used to prevent discoloration of light-colored fruits; can be purchased at a pharmacy. Bacteria:naturally occuring microorganisms that can spoil food. Blanch: […]
