This morning I tucked my too-long bangs into a lovely Sister-Wife swoop, tied up my apron and set about canning a whole bunch of fresh, local peaches. It was the first time I ever canned alone. In previous years, I tried the process under the direction of some experienced canners who did most of … [Read more...]
I Can’t Can
Our garden is overflowing right now. Which is cool, except I am anything but a pioneer. I have carved out the time to make homemade Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup and it's delicious but I have just been tossing it in my deep freeze as I make it because I, for the life of me, am afraid to try … [Read more...]