That Time of Year!

 

Dear Sisters,

It's that time of year again and just when I feel like I'm getting on top of the game, the garden and fruit trees are overflowing with abundance.  We really enjoy eating the fresh fruits and veggies that are a product of our summer long labors, but I also spend time canning, drying and freezing the extra.  I started all of that this past week.  It started with tomatoes on Saturday.  I don't really love to can, but I love the product that we enjoy all winter long.  I love knowing exactly what is in the bottle and that there are no preservatives.  Janelle wanted to learn how to can and so she helped me on Saturday.  It was so fun to be in the kitchen together while peeling tomatoes and stuffing jars.   Even though I don't love to can, I loved the time with her.  It was a time that we were able to enjoy each other while being productive.  It was great!  

Yesterday I canned peaches and I wanted to share with you my new love...my pressure canner.  I have always used a water bath to process when canning.  Last year I got a pressure canner for Christmas and with some reluctance, I've learned how to use it...and it's even safe!  The thing I love the most is that it doesn't make the mess on my stove that the boiling water bath did.  It's great!  I've even processed chicken, and it was easy.  So I've decided two things about canning...one is that it doesn't have to be messy and the other is that it's a great time to visit and bond as a family.

Happy canning everyone!

Enjoy your day,

Amy