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Preserve seasonal abundance through water bath canning, pickling, and jam making.

Curator's Notes

We provide safety protocols, sterilization techniques, and recipe adjustments for altitude. Includes troubleshooting for seal failures and storage guidelines.

Highlights

Fruit Preserves

Strawberry jam, peach preserves, and apple butter.

Pickled Vegetables

Dill pickles, bread and butter chips, and pickled peppers.

Tomato Canning

Crushed tomatoes, marinara sauce, and salsa.

Mason jars filled with colorful preserved foods and jams. — Photo by Hannah Grapp via Pexels.

Ideas to Try

Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water before filling.
Process jars in a water bath for proper sealing and safety.
Label jars with contents and date for inventory management.