homestead recipes
This canned apple juice recipe perfectly transforms fresh apples into a practical juice you can use anytime, anywhere. With about 12 to 15 pounds of apples, you’ll produce approximately 4…
This is one of those things that might make you wonder if it’s worth the trouble. It is! It’s sweet, smoky, and better than what you’ll find at the store….
My Sweet Pickle Relish recipe is your perfect kitchen project for a tangy and sweet home-cooked meal. This relish combines cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers with spices. Waterbath canning keeps…
This easy jalapeno relish recipe packs a spicy punch of flavor that will have you ditching store-bought condiments forever. Fresh jalapeños, tangy vinegar, and a touch of sweetness come together…
Canning potatoes is a smart way to fill your pantry with ingredients ready for soups, casseroles, or a side dish anytime. If you want to save money, cut food waste,…
This strawberry syrup is a sweet and delicious recipe, perfect for topping your pancakes or mixing into drinks. Versatile, simple to make, and beautiful on your pantry shelf, this is…
Perfect for beginners, this recipe offers a simple yet rewarding start into the world of home canning. Use fresh, ripe strawberries and a few basic ingredients. Strawberry Preserves have larger…
No canning is required for these simple pickled strawberries; you just make a pickling liquid and pour it on top. These are the perfect blend of tangy and sweet. We…
Homemade applesauce is a cozy, comforting classic that every age loves. Truly! This is a basic canning recipe done right. You’ll love the spices and fresh apple flavor. You’ll also…
Fruit and spices blend perfectly in this apple chutney recipe. This is delicious spread on a sandwich, topping meats, or set out with a cheese and cracker board. This chutney…
Enjoy the freshness of seasonal herbs and tomatoes all year long with classic canned pizza sauce. Perfect for waterbath canning this sauce captures the taste of summer. Use it on…
Of all the jams we make, I probably love this one best of all. The strawberries and cranberries balance each other out just right and I love how the orange…
Looking for the perfect salsa for canning? You’ve hit the jackpot with Lila’s Famous Salsa Recipe. It’s a classic, perfectly balanced recipe packed with fresh ingredients, ensuring you’ve got delicious…
This easy recipe for canning pears lets you enjoy the sweet taste of pears all year long. In just a little over an hour, turn fresh pears into beautiful jars…
Canning? For Christmas? Yes! It’s a cozy activity that warms you up in the winter, and you’ll have lots of special homemade gifts. Some have winter flavors like citrus or…
Sweet, spiced apples, canned and ready to go on your shelf. Having apple pie filling makes creating pies, cobblers, bars, and many more of your favorite fall treats a breeze….
Whether you’re craving a classic blueberry pie, a fruity addition to your cheesecake, or a swirl of goodness in your vanilla ice cream, this easy-to-follow blueberry pie filling recipe is…
These charming labels will make your canned goods look as great as they taste, helping you keep track of freshness and details. No email, no fuss. Just download and go….
If you’re craving a snack with a kick, you’ve got to try these easy refrigerator bread and butter pickles. They’re the perfect combo of crisp, sweet, and tangy, and they’re…
Here’s a little something to savor in the late summer—my very own Homemade Pear Butter recipe. With its cozy blend of warm spices and sweet pears, this spread is perfect…
This Old Fashioned Apple Butter is a delicious blend of sweet apples, warm spices, and a splash of apple brandy for extra depth. Slow-cooked to perfection, this rich, flavorful spread…
Some home-canned items are practical and versatile but you can buy them just about anywhere. This one is different. Candied jalapeños, aka cowboy candy, are truly special. Sweet, hot, and…
Everyone, at least once in their life, should go blackberry picking and come home and make jam with it. Kids will love it and you’ll remember it forever. With just…
A recipe for canned strawberry lemonade concentrate. Mix with water or club soda for a garden-fresh drink whenever you want, or try a family favorite and add to your iced…
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