Perfectly Preserved Podcast

See more from Anna on this episode here 
https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-32-freeze-dryers-harvest-right-with-guest-jessica-kay

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Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

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Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Do egg prices have you interested in preserving eggs? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share safe methods of preserving eggs at home.

You’ll learn how to pickle eggs for your hors d'oeuvre plate along with some unique flavors to try. We also talk about what it means to water gloss eggs, their associated risks, and how their quality doesn’t stack up to fresh eggs. Jenny shares her action plan for storing surplus eggs from her chicken flock and ways to increase winter egg production. 

Get the most from farm-fresh eggs by storing and preserving them properly!

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-how-to-preserve-eggs/

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-31-how-to-preserve-eggs

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Does preserving food actually save money? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share how food preservation saves money in our households and offer tips for how it can do the same for you. 

We teach you how a variety of food preservation methods can cut your grocery budget. You’ll learn how to get started with canning and dehydrating for less. We also cover how to prolong the life of vegetables with quick pickles, the benefits of flash freezing, and how to preserve meals with pressure canning.

Follow these food preservation tips to start saving on groceries while eating delicious foods at home!

Listen to our episode on Freezing 101 with Elisa Giorgio

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

See more from Jenny on this episode here

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Looking to stock your pantry with home-canned tomatoes? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share how to can tomatoes. 

You’ll learn how the acidity of tomatoes has changed over time, three safe acidifying ingredients for water bath and steam canned tomatoes, and why it isn’t safe to change a tested tomato recipe. Anna shares a new salsa recipe she loves and Jenny shares her life-changing method for preparing tomato sauce.

Canned tomatoes are a versatile pantry staple and are at the center of many family traditions, making it important for any canner to know how to process them safely. 

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-29-how-to-can-tomatoes/

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-29-how-to-can-tomatoes

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Wondering how to make the best homemade pickles? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share how to can quick process pickles.

Cucumber pickles were one of the first homemade canned goods we made, and we’re here to teach you all the tips and tricks. You’ll learn which cucumber varieties work best for pickles, which cucumbers make great relishes, how to prepare your cucumbers for pickling, and ways to mitigate the need for additives in pickles. We also share how low-temperature pasteurization makes crisper pickles and what makes a home-canned pickle recipe safe.

Take our advice to make pickles that will have your friends and family raving! 

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-28-our-top-tips-for-crisp-cucumber-pickles

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-28-how-to-can-cucumber-pickles/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Looking to give a tested recipe your own touch? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share how to safely alter tested canning recipes.

Certain recipe alterations pose risks, but we’re here to cover changes you can make without worry. We discuss adjusting the recipe yield, adding flavor through spices or essential oils, and what to consider before altering sugar or salt in a canning recipe. You’ll also hear our favorite ways to give tested canning recipes our own unique flair. 

Home-canned goods should be special. Take your canned goods to the next level with these safe methods for altering tested recipes! 

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-27-how-to-safely-alter-a-canning-recipe

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-27-how-to-safely-alter-canning-recipes/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Wondering how you can plant a garden to fuel your canning season? This week on the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we talk about planning your garden for canning season. 

As a Master Gardener, Anna shares her best advice to get started with gardening, how to plan your garden for canning season, ideal plant spacing, why you need to test your soil, and how to be consistent with watering. She also covers which tomato and cucumber varieties are best for canning and why ripening times matter. 

The right garden can provide you with all you need to can your most loved foods. Start small and grow your gardening skills for an amazing canning season!

Connect with Anna and Jenny on Instagram.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-26-garden-planning-for-preserving

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-26-planning-your-garden-for-canning/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Interested in expanding your sourdough horizons? This week on the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share our experiences and knowledge to set you up for sourdough loaf and starter success.

You’ll learn what sets sourdough apart from other bread and why it’s worth making on your own. Jenny shares her tips for how to make a sourdough starter and her favorite ways to use sourdough starter in baking. Anna gives advice on how to make perfect sourdough loaves.

Just like canning, making bread and baking with sourdough provides your loved ones with nourishing quality food. We hope this episode encourages you to explore sourdough yourself!

Connect with Anna and Jenny on Instagram.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-25-how-we-do-sourdough

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-25-sourdough/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Wondering how to make your garden extra delicious and hearty? This week on the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, Anna geeks out about seeds and shares how to start a local seed exchange in your area.

Anna’s explanation of the difference between seeds harvested locally versus those that originate elsewhere will leave you motivated to swap seeds. You’ll learn what a seed exchange involves and its benefits to gardeners and communities. We also discuss how seed saving and food preservation go hand in hand. 

A seed exchange is a great way to connect with your community and grow better food. Follow Anna’s steps, start small, and watch your movement grow!

Connect with Anna and Jenny on Instagram.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here 

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-24-how-to-start-a-seed-swap-in-your-area

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-24-how-to-start-a-seed-exchange/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Looking to learn all you can about canning and food preservation? This week on the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share opportunities for you to develop your canning craft through our online courses and other in-person opportunities. Like our podcast, these courses are all about teaching you safe and practical at-home canning practices to provide your family with wholesome food year-round. 

We each have our own unique canning course offerings for you to learn right from home. Anna shares about her two digital courses including the Basics Canning Course and Advanced Canning Course. These two courses cover all the bases with lessons on topics like water-bath canning and pressure canning to garden planning. 

Jenny goes into detail about two of the many courses she has. You’ll hear about her free Canning Basics Course and Steam Canning for Beginners. This steam canning course will allow you to harness the time-saving power of steam canning and confidently use your steam canner.  

We also discuss other ways to learn more about food preservation both in person and online.

We hope you join us in our love for learning and safe food preservation. There are options available for every canner at any point in their journey!

Use code pod25 for 25% off any of our course offerings!

Learn more about Anna’s courses here-

https://smarthomecanning.com

View Jenny’s courses here-

https://www.startcanning.com/courses

Listen to our episode on the Best Canning Books to start reading and learning. 

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected]

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Jenny on this episode here 

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-23-canning-courses/

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-23-canning-courses

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! 

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth) 

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...