Ernest Miller is a chef, historian and leader in the Southern California preserving community. He is also the co-leader of Slow Food LA. After the the Los Angeles Master Food Preserver program shut ...
Many gardeners understand that along with the bounty of gardening comes the diligent and valuable work of canning and preserving fruits and vegetables to maintain their freshness and nutritional value ...
Want to savor the flavors of summer year-round? Peninsula preservation pros share their tips. Making jam and pickling are useful ways to preserve your summer produce before it’s too late. Courtesy ...
Gardens grow flush in Oregon’s warmer harvest months; meanwhile, preserved food can be enjoyed anytime. Volunteers in an Oregon State University program offer helpful tips for those looking to ...
“I need you to stay out of the kitchen for a while. I am pressure canning green beans,” my mom would say. I’d be stationed at the picnic table on the patio, trimming and slicing green beans. After the ...
You’ve probably heard of master gardeners, the volunteers with horticultural training offered by universities who then go out into their communities, offering lectures, helping to create gardens, and ...
Food Preservation Without a Fridge: In fact, people in ancient times, understanding nature and weather, adopted indigenous ...
Ball has long been a trusted source for canning information (and, of course, for canning jars!), and the brand's own book is a great entry point. Many canning enthusiasts begin with simple recipes ...
Long before refrigerators and freezers became a part of our everyday kitchen life, the idea of food preservation had a different meaning and approach. Back in time, people around the world relied on ...
The Oregon State University Extension Service is offering advanced training in food preservation and safety at the Master Food Preserver training course taking place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27, at OSU ...
What began as a military necessity in late 18th century France has evolved into a hobby fueled by the desire for sustainability and control over the ingredients that go into the food we eat. While ...
UC Cooperative Extension will soon be offering a certified Master Food Preserver training, which teaches all methods of food preservation as well as food safety and emergency preparedness. The ...