Preserving

Whether you prefer to call this time of year “late summer” or “early autumn”, there is no doubt that tomato season is in full swing. Local farmer’s markets, grocery stores and home garden stands are bursting with fresh tomatoes of countless varieties. One of the easiest ways to preserve the unique flavour of summer vegetables,...
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I hope readers of this site don’t mind how much I’ve been focusing on food lately. It’s kind of hard not to at this time of year. A vegetable gardener frets and stews all season long, waiting for this time of year when he or she finally gets to eat everything that’s...
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My good friend Kolleen shared with me her pickle recipe. I haven’t tried eating her pickles, but I plan to make a batch of the Kosher Dills this long weekend. Of course I will label them, “Kolleen’s Kosher Dills”. Kosher Dill Pickles 8 cups of vinegar 8 cups of water Bring the two of them to...
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It’s officially September! For many gardeners, this time of year is marked not only by brisk mornings, dewy toes and the bittersweet appearance of one’s breath hanging in the air, but the preservation of the harvest. I’ve discovered the great joy that comes from canning the fruits of my gardening labour. I’m hooked....
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