Last night was our Relief Society Additional Meeting. The theme we were given was Provident Living so the Activity Committee - which I'm on - decided to do something on making jam and canning. Now - I've made jam before - although a very long time ago. When I lived in North Bend I had a plethora of blackberries growing in my backyard - I used to just go out there and pick enough to either make a pie or mix up some freezer jam. It was fun. However - I have never canned anything so was very excited to learn about that.
I thought canning would be intensive and messy. What I found out is - if you plan ahead - are very organized - have a system - it can go rather smoothly. It made me very excited to give it a try. I was pleased to find out that you don't have to have a canning/pressure cooker - you can us any large pot as long as it has a good fitting tight lid and you have a rack to set the jars on. So - now I just need to get some canning utensils - most importantly a jar lifter for taking the hot jars out of the hot water.
Actually - the first step is probably to get my kitchen clean and organized so I have room to do the canning. I wonder what I should try first? Maybe just a couple jars of peaches to practice and test my skills on. If this all works then my next thing might be applesauce!
I have a potential new hobby!
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