I’ve mentioned this before, but it bears repeating – canning is the perfect way to provide “fast food” for preppers.
Last night we got home after … Read the rest
Instant Pots and other countertop pressure cookers are great for getting a meal on the table fast. But for all the people asking if you can use … Read the rest
I’m excited to announce that my new book is out. The Prepper’s Canning Guide: Affordably Stockpile a Lifesaving Supply of Nutritious, Delicious, Shelf-Stable Foods is now available … Read the rest
As a renter and a canner, a dilemma that I’ve faced in the past few homes has been the kitchen stove. Both homes had large, lovely kitchens … Read the rest
Here is the step by step for how to can marinara sauce. It’s easy, healthy, and delicious, and a great way to make use of a bounty … Read the rest
An added bonus to the Thanksgiving holiday feast is the boon that it can give to your pantry. If you have some jars and fresh lids, your … Read the rest
The crisp autumn chill signals that it’s time to walk through the crunchy leaves back to the garden to harvest your pumpkins. If you don’t have them … Read the rest
The leaves are beginning to turn, the air is crisp, and the current harvest is root vegetables. This week the focus is on carrots, crisp and sweet, … Read the rest
Want to turn $10 into 7 entrees?
It’s easy – just can some spaghetti sauce with meatballs! Canning your own meals gives you the benefits of great … Read the rest
Sitting on the porch and shelling peas with the kids, watching the butterflies in the garden, and smelling the lilacs in bloom. (Telling the kids, “Put them … Read the rest
Beans are a prepper pantry staple, but they take a long time to cook!
This is fine in normal circumstances – you just need to plan ahead, … Read the rest
In a totally different stratosphere from Spam, the cans of flaked ham and the big pear-shaped cans of ham that you get from the grocery store, is … Read the rest
Get the most bang for your turkey bucks by using every last bit of your bird. Instead of eating turkey until you can’t stand the thought of … Read the rest
