Doing the math

[saskatchewan]

 
During the summer of 2006, I canned a couple of things.  In 2007, I canned a lot (we had a farm share that year and I was frequently overrun with produce).  Last year, I canned nothing.  This year, I plan to put up more food than ever before.  Our garden will be bigger than it’s ever been (still quite tiny) and my schedule will allow for

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[beachpsalms]

I have to admit - I'm totally intimidated by canning. I haven't even made jam for a couple of years (hectic summers, moving) - and even my jam I used to freeze rather than properly can and store.

[saskatchewan]

I was pretty intimidated, myself. All canning recipes, and particularly the good, general guides, talk extensively about botulism. It seems like the message is: canning is fun and easy, if you manage not to kill your family

[beachpsalms]

That's marvelously clear and really encouraging. And the tip about getting someone experienced to help - I could probably do that, too. Thank you!

[the_thaw]

You are amazing.

[saskatchewan]

You are also amazing! And it's been way too long since I've seen you.