Preserving the Pantry: Kathy Berget from Beyond the Chicken Coop discusses all things preserving food. Topics will include canning, freezing, dehydrating, curing as well as harvesting and foraging.
This episode discusses how to make raspberry fruit leather. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Fruit Leather. Equipment needed: Dehydrator Plastic Liners
In this episode, you'll learn how to make seedless blackberry jam without adding commercial pectin. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Blackberry Jam Resources mentioned in this podcast: How to use a water bath canner In this episode you'll learn: What type of blackberries are needed How to mash and remove the seeds from blackberries How to make the jam Three ways to test the jam to ensure it's at the gelling stage How to water bath can the jam
Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Canning Tips from USU Water Bath Canning Pressure Canning Episode 9 - Using Different Canners Canning Tomatoes Canning Apple Pie Filling In this episode you'll learn: 10 tips to avoid when canning Items that are considered major canning mistakes and could possibly be deadly Reminders about safe canning
In this episode, Kathy talks about fresh raspberries and shares a recipe for making a no-bake raspberry delight! Recipes Find the complete recipe for No-Bake Raspberry Dessert! Recipes mentioned in this podcast: How to Freeze Raspberries Homemade Raspberry Jam In this episode you'll learn: A simple way to serve fresh raspberries in a no-bake dessert How to make raspberry delight
In this episode, Kathy shares three different ways to dry rosemary. Find the complete recipe and step by step directions for Drying Rosemary Recipes using dried rosemary: Rosemary Salt Poultry Seasoning Venison Backstrap Roasted Potatoes In this episode you'll learn: Three different ways to dry rosemary How to determine when rosemary is dried How to store rosemary Ways to use rosemary How to substitute dry rosemary for fresh rosemary in recipes How long dried rosemary lasts
In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for making basil pesto and shares her tips on how to freeze pesto. Find the complete recipe for Basil Pesto Recipes using pesto Creamy Pesto Gnocchi Cheesy Pesto Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with Pesto Pesto Chicken Sandwich In this episode you'll learn: How to make basil pesto Two methods for freezing pesto How to use frozen pesto
In this episode, Kathy shares how to make homemade tomato sauce and how to preserve it using a water bath canner. Find the complete recipe for Canning Tomato Sauce Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning Tomatoes Water Bath Canning In this episode you'll learn: How to make tomato sauce Methods for straining the tomatoes to remove the skin and the seeds How long to simmer the sauce Why you need to add bottled lemon juice How long to water bath can the sauce An option for freezing your sauce instead of canning it
In this episode, Kathy shares three different recipes for repurposing stale bread. No more wasting day-old bread! Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Breadcrumbs Dried Bread Cubes Homemade Croutons In this episode you'll learn: Ways to use stale bread before it goes bad Three recipes for using stale bread
In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for making Peach and Blackberry Cobbler using either fresh or frozen fruit. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Peach and Blackberry Cobbler Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Frozen peaches In this episode you'll learn: How to make a cobbler with peaches and blackberries How to use frozen fruit or fresh fruit for the cobbler The recipe for the cobbler topping Directions for making the cobbler
In this episode, Kathy shares her method for canning cherries. Find the complete recipe for How to Can Cherries. Water Bath Canning Altitude and Canning In this episode you'll learn: How to can cherries Options for the canning syrup Remove the pit or leave it in How to avoid cherries from splitting
In this episode, Kathy discusses how altitude affects canning and the changes you need to make when canning with a water bath canner and a pressure canner. Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Water Bath Canning Pressure Canning In this episode you'll learn: Why altitude affects processing when canning Additional time is added when water bath canning Increased pressure is added when pressure canning How to find your altitude Temperature changes to boiling water at different elevations
In this episode, you'll learn all about canning salt and pickling salt. Recipes Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning tomatoes Pickles In this episode you'll learn: What is canning salt What is pickling salt If canning salt is optional in canning recipes When it's mandatory to use canning salt Other types of salt to use in canning
In this episode, Kathy discusses canning lids used for water bath and pressure canning. Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Episode 44 Canning Jars Episode 43 Headspace Water Bath Canning Pressure Canning National Center for Home Food Preservation In this episode you'll learn: All about lids for home canning What lids are recommended for home canning by the NCFHP How long unused lids last If boiling lids is necessary before canning
In this podcast episode, Kathy discusses different types of canning jars. In this episode you'll learn: What type of jars to use for canning About 1/2 gallon canning jars Reusing commercially canned jars Sterilizing canning jars Washing canning jars Inspecting jars before using Ways to repurpose old canning jars Resources Resources mentioned in this podcast: Using a Water Bath Canner Using a Pressure Canner Using Mayonnaise Jars for Canning National Center for Home Food Preservation UC Master Food Preserver Program Episode 43, Headspace in Canning
In this episode, Kathy discusses headspace in canning and why it's important. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning Tomatoes Apple Pie Filling Apricot Jam Canning Dried Beans Canning Fish Water Bath Canning Pressure Canning In this episode you'll learn: What is headspace in canning Why headspace is important Why headspace varies depending on the contents you are canning How to measure headspace What happens if I leave too little or too much headspace Headspace in jars after processing
In this podcast episode, Kathy discusses whether re-canning commercially canned food is a safe and practical practice. Recipes Canning Tomatoes Canning Chili In this episode you'll learn: If purchasing large cans of commercially canned food and re-canning into smaller jars is worth it. Does re-canning affect the quality of the food If re-canning is safe Resources UC Master Food Preserver Program UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, newsletter
In this episode, Kathy cleans out her deep freezer and uses up some frozen raspberries and turns them into a delicious raspberry sorbet! Recipes Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Sorbet Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Frozen Raspberries In this episode you'll learn: How to make sorbet using frozen raspberries A quick and easy way to strain the seeds How to harden sorbet
In this podcast episode, Kathy share her recipe and method for making homemade canned chili. This is a delicious way to make homemade chili shelf stable and ready to use. Recipes Find the complete recipe for How to Can Chili Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Homemade Chili with Beans How to Can Dried Beans In this episode you'll learn: Ingredients needed for making chili How to prepare dried beans for canning Steps to can chili How to use a pressure canner for canning chili How to store canned jars of chili Ideas for using home canned chili
In this episode, we are making a small batch of strawberry jam. This is an easy to make jam that can be stored in your refrigerator. No canning or freezing needed. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Strawberry Jam Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Rhubarb Jam Pancakes Waffles In this episode you'll learn: The steps needed to make a small batch of jam How to know when the jam has set up Ways to test the jam
In episode 38, Kathy shares her method for freezing rhubarb. This is a great method to preserve your fresh rhubarb to use throughout the year. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Freezing Rhubarb. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Rhubarb Bread Rhubarb Muffins Rhubarb Cobbler In this episode you'll learn: How to freeze rhubarb What to do if you only have a small amount of rhubarb The ideal size to cut up your rhubarb Ways to portion the rhubarb for individual recipes Ideas for using frozen rhubarb
In episode 37, Kathy discusses how to make homemade rhubarb jam. Recipe Find the complete recipe for Rhubarb Jam. Resources: How to Water Bath Can Listen to Episode 9 to Learn more about water bath canning In this episode you'll learn: How to make rhubarb jam About rhubarb leaves The different colors of rhub
In episode 36, Kathy shares ideas for using frozen peaches. She also shares a recipe for Blackberry Peach Cobbler which uses frozen peaches and frozen blackberries. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Blackberry Peach Cobbler Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Peach Cobbler Fruit and Veggie Smoothie Peach Ice Cream Mango Peach Popsicles In this episode you'll learn: Ways to use frozen peaches A recipe for making blackberry peach cobbler Be certain to listen to Episode 3 where I discuss how to freeze peaches.
In this episode, Kathy interviews Anne Aslanides from The Default Cook. Anne shares her recipe for making pulled pork and shares how to freeze leftover pulled pork. Recipes Find the complete recipe for The Default Cook's How to Freeze Pulled Pork Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Pulled Pork - From the Default Cook's website Leftover Pulled Pork Tacos - From the Default Cook In this episode you'll learn: How to make pulled pork in the crockpot Ways to use pulled pork How to freeze leftover pulled pork A delicious recipe for pulled pork tacos
In this episode, Kathy discusses how to freeze bananas. Then she shares a recipe for using those frozen bananas and how to make blueberry banana muffins! Find the complete recipe for Blueberry Banana Muffins Other recipes mentioned in this podcast: oatmeal banana muffins blueberry banana coffee cake quinoa banana bread fruit and veggie smoothie In this episode you'll learn: Tips for freezing a whole banana with the peel How to freeze banana slices Ideas for using frozen bananas How to make blueberry banana muffins
In episode 33, Kathy shares a recipe for making baked tortilla chips. This is a great way to us up those leftover corn tortillas! Recipes Find the complete recipe for Baked Corn Tortilla Chips Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Guacamole Salsa In this episode you'll learn: How to make baked tortilla chips Flavor options to add to the chips How to store baked tortilla chips Using flour tortillas for making chips
Recipes Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Beet Hummus Canning Garbanzo Beans In this episode you'll learn: A beautifully colored dip perfect for serving as a healthy option A great idea for Valentine's Day! How to make beet hummus Be certain to listen to episode 18, where I talk about how I can garbanzo beans.
In episode 31, Kathy shares her recipe for making orange marmalade. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Orange Marmalade Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Apricot Jam Apricot Chicken In this episode you'll learn: How to remove the peel from an orange The steps involved in making orange marmalade Ways to check to see if jam has reached the gel stage How to can orange marmalade using water bath canning How to freeze orange marmalade
In this episode, Kathy shares ways to use up home canned apricot jam. Recipes Apricot Jam Apricot Chicken Apricot Bars Thumbprint Cookies Puff Pastry Pinwheels In this episode you'll learn: Different ways to use up a surplus of jam An easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners
In this episode, Kathy shares her method and tips for freezing fresh chicken eggs. Recipes Find the complete method for Freezing Chicken Eggs Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Lemon Curd Meringue Cookies Chocolate Chip Cookies In this episode you'll learn: Why I'm freezing eggs Three types of eggs to freeze - whole eggs mixed, egg whites, egg yolks If you can freeze a whole egg in the shell If you can freeze a whole egg out of the shell How long frozen eggs last What needs to be added to egg yolks to stabilize the yolks
In this episode, Kathy discusses her method for blanching green beans. She also shares a recipe for using those blanched green beans as well as her tips for freezing green beans. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Blanching Green Beans Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Green Beans Almondine Green Beans with Bacon In this episode you'll learn: How to blanch green beans How to select green beans How to freeze green beans Make ahead tips for using green beans Two recipes for using blanched green beans
In episode 27, Kathy discusses what happens when honey crystallizes and what to do with the crystals. Articles about honey bees and honey Harvesting honey Honey bees In this episode you'll learn: Why honey crystallizes Difference between raw honey and store bought honey Best temperature to store honey If crystallized honey is bad How to get rid of the crystals in honey How long raw honey lasts
In episode 26, Kathy shares a recipe for carrot cookies using home canned carrots. These are a delicious cookie topped with an orange glaze. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Carrot Cookies Canning Carrots In this episode you'll learn: How to make carrot cookies A shortcut when making carrot cookies A great recipe for using home canned carrots
In episode 25, Kathy shares her method for freezing homemade bread. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Honey Oat Bread White Wheat Bread Multigrain Bread Quinoa Banana Bread Cranberry Bread No Knead Bread Braided Bread In this episode you'll learn: Number one must do for freezing homemade bread Why slice homemade bread before freezing Ways to freeze homemade bread How to freeze a large loaf of bread How to freeze muffins How to freeze quick breads
In this podcast episode, Kathy share a recipe for an easy to make raspberry sauce using frozen raspberries. Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Sauce Recipes mentioned in this podcast: How to Freeze Raspberries In this episode you'll learn: An easy to make recipe using frozen raspberries and sugar Ideas on how to use raspberry sauce
In episode 23, Kathy discusses how to store and freeze ripe avocados and shares recipes for using ripe avocados. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Guacamole Avocado Dip Avocado Toast In this episode you'll learn: How to tell if an avocado is ripe How to slow down avocados from ripening Where to store avocados Ways to freeze mashed avocados How to freeze guacamole Recipes using avocados
In Episode 22, Kathy shares how to make Venison Pastrami. Find the complete recipe for Venison Pastrami Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Pickling Spice In this episode you'll learn: What type of meat you can cure for pastrami The four steps to making pastrami The difference between Prague Powder #1 and Prague Powder #2 Ways to use pastrami
In episode 21, Kathy shares a recipe for Black Bean Chili with Pumpkin. This recipe can be made with ingredients purchased from the store, or by using your home canned and preserved foods. Find the complete recipe for Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canned Black Beans Canned Tomatoes Canned Chicken Stock Pureed Pumpkin Roasted Chili Peppers In this episode you'll learn: How to make a delicious pot of chili using black beans and pumpkin puree Ways to use your home canned goods in a recipe Toppings for chili
In episode 20, Kathy shares her method for making pumpkin puree. Find the complete recipe for Pumpkin Puree Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Pumpkin Apple Muffins Pumpkin Waffles Pumpkin Scones Pumpkin Pie Bars Black Bean Pumpkin Chili In this episode you'll learn: What type of pumpkins are perfect for making pumpkin puree Steps to bake the pumpkins Method for pureeing the pumpkin How to store the puree Ways to use pumpkin puree
In episode 19, Kathy shares two different recipes using home canned black beans. This is a great way to utilize the home canned dried beans discussed in episode 18. Recipes Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Black Bean Flautas Black Beans and Rice Canning Dried Beans Taco Seasoning Fajita Seasoning In this episode you'll learn: Two recipes to make using canned black beans
In this episode, Kathy discusses the step by step process for canning dried beans. This process makes the beans ready to eat and shelf stable. Find the complete recipe for How to Can Dried Beans Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Using a Pressure Canner Canning Tomatoes Green Tomato Relish Equipment needed My pressure canner is an All American 921 canner. Affiliate Link - Use coupon code BEYOND10 at All American for free shipping! (I receive a small commission from All American, but this does not affect the cost you pay!) Canning Jars Jar Lifter In this episode you'll learn: The process for canning dried beans The type of dried beans good for canning
In episode 17, Kathy discusses how to make dried prunes. She shares what type of plum makes the best dried prune and the process for drying the plums. Recipes Find the complete recipe for How to Make Dried Plums Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Juicing Plums Plum Jam Plum Galette How to Can Peaches In this episode you'll learn: What type of plum is perfect for drying The process for drying plums How to store your dried prunes
In episode 16, Kathy discusses how to use green tomatoes in a homemade recipe for Green Tomato Relish. Find the complete recipe for Green Tomato Relish Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Pickling Spice In this episode you'll learn: What to do with extra green tomatoes at the end of the season Ingredients needed Step by step process for making green tomato relish
In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for slow roasting tomatoes. These oven roasted tomatoes are perfect for serving as an appetizer or turning into a delicious sauce! Find the complete recipe for Oven Roasted Tomatoes Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce Canning Tomatoes Canning Tomato Sauce Green Tomato Relish In this episode you'll learn: How to oven roast tomatoes How long to roast tomatoes Two ways to use roasted tomatoes How to store leftover tomato sauce
In this episode, Kathy shares a recipe for wild game jerky using ground venison or elk. Recipes Find the complete recipe for Venison Jerky In this episode you'll learn: How to make venison jerky What is a jerky gun How to use ground burger to make jerky How to dry jerky on a dehydrator
This episode teaches you how to can smoked salmon using a pressure canner. Find the complete recipe for Canning Smoked Fish Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Smoked Salmon Dip Smoked Salmon Pasta In this episode you'll learn: How to can smoked fish What types of smoked fish you can use How long to process canned fish in the pressure canner Ways to use smoked fish Affiliate Link - Use coupon code BEYOND10 at All American for free shipping on their 921 Pressure Canner! (I receive a small commission from All American, but this does not affect the cost you pay!)
In this episode, Kathy discusses how to dry pears and make delicious dried pears. Find the complete recipe for Drying Pears In this episode you'll learn: How and when to pick pears The ideal thickness to slice pears for dried pears How to dry pears in a dehydrator How to dry pears in an oven Flavorings to add to dried pears Conditioning dried pears
In this episode, Kathy discusses how to preserve apples in a delicious apple pie filling. Learn tips on making as well as ideas to use apple pie filling. Find the complete recipe for Canning Apple Pie Filling Recipes mentioned in this podcast: How to Use a Water Bath Canner Peach Cobbler Rhubarb Crisp In this episode you'll learn: How to make apple pie filling Ways to use apple pie filling Gift ideas
In this episode, Kathy discusses how to use a pressure canner to can carrots. Find the complete recipe for Canning Carrots Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Venison Stew Braised Short Ribs Chicken Noodle Soup Carrot Cake Carrot Cookies In this episode you'll learn: How to prepare carrots for canning Steps needed to can carrots How to use canned carrots in recipes
How to know if you should use a water bath canner or a pressure canner. In this episode, Kathy discusses everything you need to know and talks about how to use a pressure canner. Find the complete articles for Water Bath Canning and Pressure Canning. Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Canning tomatoes In this episode you'll learn: What recipes can be water bath canned What recipes need to be pressure canned Why pH levels matter How to prevent dangerous bacteria in home canned food Why you need to adjust time or psi levels when canning based on your elevation Steps to use a pressure canner Why venting steam is important when pressure canning Show notes and a complete transcript can be found at Preserving the Pantry
In this episode, Kathy and guest Peggy Gaudet discuss how to can chicken broth using a pressure canner. They also discuss how they got started raising chickens and when they started raising meat chickens. Peggy explains her process for making 50 quarts of chicken broth. The complete show notes page and a transcript can be found here: https://www.beyondthechickencoop.com/episode-008-canning-chicken-broth/ Recipes mentioned in this episode: Canning Chicken Broth How to make Chicken Broth Chicken Enchiladas Chicken Noodle Soup Chicken Salad How to use a Pressure Canner Other resources mentioned: Food, Inc. - documentary Freedom Ranger or Red Ranger Chickens - available from several different on-line hatcheries. These are a slower growing chicken that are proportional in size, unlike many quick growing varieties that are bred for larger breast meat.
In this episode, you'll learn all about making raspberry jam without using commercial pectin. Find the complete recipe for Raspberry Jam Recipes mentioned in this podcast: Blackberry Jam Water Bath Canning In this episode you'll learn: What type of raspberries make the best jam How to make jam without added pectin How to do three different gel tests How to freeze or water bath process your jam Complete show notes can be found here.
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