Hi Achternaam,

I recently updated my About page on my website, and I included a few fun facts about myself. I thought you might enjoy reading them too!

1. I have 4 sons. Not a girl in the bunch. I could say I was outnumbered (and I was), but I prefer to think I’m spoiled and well taken care of.
2. I am a retired homeschool mom. We home educated for 26 years. One of the hardest things I’ve ever done…and I’d do it all again.
3. I did not grow up on a working farm or working in large garden. BUT…when I settled down with a new husband and growing family, I discovered gardening and food preservation. I was hooked and I’ve been gardening and preserving food ever since.
4. I’d much rather be out pulling weeds or harvesting green beans, than in the house cleaning. If you stop by my house unexpectedly in the spring when I’m prepping and planting the garden, or during the fall harvest while I’m filling jars, don’t expect a tidy kitchen. But do come! I love company. Check the greenhouse if you don’t get a reply at the door. 

Thanks again for joining us on this canning journey. :)

Canning Recipes & Advice

Homemade Apple Butter, Anyone?

This is an incredibly easy recipe for canning apple butter and making it in a Crockpot. Slow cook the apples overnight, and your kitchen will smell heavenly in the morning.

Learn about Making Homemade Apple Butter here.

Canning Pumpkin Too?

Yes, in cubes! Canning pumpkin in the pressure canner makes it safe to store and quick to use later in pumpkin butter, pies, muffins, or other pumpkin recipes.

Learn about Canning Pumpkin here.

From the Homestead...

The Best Way to Protect Sunflower Heads from Birds

Protect your sunflower heads from birds. Don't let them get your sunflower seeds before you! They are quick and they know when the sunflower seeds are ripe. Here is a quick, easy way to protect those sunflower heads when the birds arrive.

Watch my video.

Have a great day,
Sharon

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