Preserving Recipes (Dehydrating, Freezing, and More)

Preserving your harvest is a big topic that goes way beyond canning. Here are some of the best ways to make the most of your garden the easy way!

If you’re looking for a simpler, homemade life, learning food preservation is a beautiful place to start.

Canning Basics

Whether you’re a beginner or just need a refresher, this section covers the essential foundations of pressure canning. Delve into the fundamental principles, tips, and tricks that set the stage for successful preserving.

• Pressure Canned Potatoes
• Waterbath Canning 101
• Tips for a Successful Day of Canning
• Beginner-Friendly Canning Recipes
• Christmas Canning Recipes
• Supplies You Need for Canning
• Free Printable Canning Labels
• My Favorite Canning Books
• Free Canning Season Planner

Drying and Freezing

Unlock the art of removing moisture to preserve your favorite foods. In this section, you’ll discover recipes and guidelines for dehydrating a range of items, from fruits to herbs and more.

• Oven Dried Strawberries
• Dehydrated Basil
• How to Freeze Strawberries

Refrigerator Methods

Not all preserved foods require a lengthy process! Explore this section for quick and easy projects that go straight to the fridge, ready to be enjoyed in a short span.

• Pickled Strawberries
• Small Batch Dill Pickles
• Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles
• Homemade Lemon Curd
• Delicious Blackberry Pie Filling
• Sweet + Cheerful Orange Marmalade

More resources:

• National Center for Home Food Preservation (NCHFP)
  • An initiative by the University of Georgia providing comprehensive information on canning, fermenting, and other preservation methods.
  • Offers free online courses on home food preservation.
• Ball® Fresh Preserving
  • A trusted brand in home canning, they offer an extensive library of tested recipes and tips.
  • Their website, FreshPreserving.com, and the Ball Blue Book Guide to Preserving are excellent resources.
• Penn State Extension’s Food Preservation Resources
  • Offers workshops, publications, and a plethora of online resources for safe home food preservation.
• USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning
  • A guide by the United States Department of Agriculture that’s considered one of the definitive resources on safe canning practices.
• Canning Across America
  • A nationwide, ad-hoc collective of cooks, gardeners, and food lovers committed to the revival of the lost art of “putting up” food.
  • Offers recipes, techniques, and canning stories.
• Punk Domestics
  • A community-driven site that gathers recipes and information on canning, preserving, and fermentation.
• Preserved Home by Laura Woolfrey-Macklem
  • A blog focusing on traditional methods of preserving with an emphasis on using natural ingredients.

Always remember to cross-check any information or guidelines with multiple sources to ensure safety and best practices. These are just a few of the many experts and institutions dedicated to the art of preserving.

With the right recipes, safety guidelines, and a sprinkle of patience, anyone can master this age-old art. I hope this hub serves as your trusted companion.