Canning and Preserving for Beginners! {Ultimate Guide to Get Started}

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Canning and preserving food is an easy way to make your fresh food last so much longer.  You can reduce food waste, eat healthier, control what you eat, and save a ton of money!  This Canning and Preserving for Beginners Guide will show you everything you need to know to get started on the wonderful journey of making your food last all year long!

So why do I love canning?  To me it’s a simple way to preserve the harvest and garden bounty from my backyard.  I can take fresh fruits and seasonal vegetables, and turn them into satisfying jams, sauces, relishes and salsas that can be enjoyed all year long.  It seems canning has become a bit of a lost art, but it’s easier than you think!  There’s just something so satisfying about the entire process of preserving your own food.  As an added bonus, it tastes so much better, too!

Your own home garden can be an excellent source of fruits and vegetables to can and preserve.  But don’t rule out your local farmer’s market, fresh produce stands, or even your local grocery store.  Seasonal fruits and veggies can be purchased for rock bottom prices.  When you pair these awesome sales with canning and preserving, you can seriously stock your pantry, cupboards and freezer.  With just a little planning, you’ll be reaping the benefits all year long!

This guide to Canning and Preserving for Beginners will give you the easy step-by-step instructions you need to get started canning and preserving your own food.

Whether you’re preserving food from the garden or the store, get ready to save money and eat really well…

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Canning and Preserving for Beginners

There are many ways you can preserve your food for later.  Some of the most popular ways include canning, drying or dehydrating, and freezing.

Canning Basics for Beginners:

My canning for beginners tips will show you what supplies are needed.  Plus, I’ll give you step by step instructions for what you need to do.  When you know exactly what you need and what to do, canning gets really easy!

Raspberry Jam Recipe for Canning

Whether you grow your own raspberries or you just stumbled upon an amazing deal at the grocery store, this sweet and tangy jam will give your mornings a magical makeover!

Easy Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe

This Easy Homemade Blackberry Jam Recipe is a sweet temptation that’s easier to make than you might think!

Strawberry Jam Recipe for Canning

Strawberries are my very favorite berry and this easy no hassle strawberry jam with is such a fun way to enjoy the flavors of summer.  It’s sweet, fruity, and so yummy!

Easy Freezer Jam Recipe

Nothing beats the simplicity of this Easy Freezer Jam Recipe. Strawberry Jam on your morning toast tastes even better when it’s homemade!

Crockpot Peach Butter Recipe

Yummy Peaches + Your Slow Cooker = this delicious spiced homemade Crockpot Peach Butter Recipe!

Apple Pie Filling for Canning Recipe

Once you know how easy it is to make your own delicious Apple Pie Filling for Canning, you’ll never buy those store bought cans again!

Easy Crockpot Applesauce Recipe {Just 5 Ingredients}

Turn those fresh apples into something extra delicious with this easy Crockpot Applesauce Recipe!

Pressure Cooker Applesauce Recipe {5 Ingredient Instant Pot}

This Pressure Cooker Applesauce Recipe made from fresh apples is so delicious and ridiculously easy to make!

Crockpot Apple Butter Recipe {Just 6 Ingredients}

Enjoy a fun taste of Fall with this spicy Crockpot Apple Butter Recipe!

Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter Recipe {5 ingredients}

This Crock Pot Pumpkin Butter Recipe is about to make your mornings amazing!

Easy Crockpot Cranberry Sauce

Just toss it in the Crockpot and walk away… and an extra added bonus is that your house will smell wonderful while it’s cooking!

Freezing Food Preservation:

How to Freeze Strawberries

Now you can have strawberries whenever you want when you use this strawberry freezing hack!

How to Freeze Eggs for Later Use

Freezer-Friendly Crockpot Pepper Jack Tomato Pasta Sauce Recipe

Once you’ve made this yummy sauce, your freezer is going to contain a little bit of pasta heaven for any night you need it!

Freezer-Friendly Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Use it as a Spaghetti Sauce, Breadstick Dip, or even Pizza Sauce!  YUM!  Go grab the Crockpot!  This makes such a yummy make ahead freezer-friendly sauce!

How to Freeze Pesto with Fresh Basil

Making Pesto is so good… we should freeze some to enjoy later!

Easy Homemade Baby Food Recipes {Stock Your Freezer!}

The foods your baby will love the most are also some of the most inexpensive foods at the grocery store, or you can even grow them in your garden.

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Dehydrating Food for Beginners:

Cinnamon Apple Chips Recipe

Not only are they the perfect snack to have on hand at home, they’re also great for packing in school lunches, taking along on a hiking trip, or stashing in your desk at work for those afternoon munchies!

Homemade Banana Chips Recipe

If you’ve been wondering how to make banana chips, you’re in for a sweet treat with this easy baked fruit snack!

Drying Herbs from the Garden:

How to Dry Fresh Basil

I’ve got a secret for you… it’s ridiculously easy to make your own dried herbs.

How to Dry Dill

Once you know How to Dry Dill, you’ll be able to easily preserve your fresh dill from the garden or leftover dill from the grocery store! It’s so easy!

Drying Fresh Rosemary in 60 Seconds!

Why buy store bought Rosemary, when you can learn this simple trick instead?

How to Dry Oregano

Learning How to Dry Oregano could save you some real money!

How to Dry Thyme Leaves in 2 Minutes!

Making your garden fresh Thyme last all year long is easy with this tip for how to Dry Thyme Leaves.

How to Dry Sage Leaves Fast

Try my simple tips for how to Dry Sage Leaves so you can save money and always have a plentiful supply of sage on hand!

How to Dry Parsley Leaves Fast {Dried Herb Trick}

When you grow parsley in your garden like I do, you really need to know how to Dry Parsley and keep it green for later!

How to Dry Cilantro Leaves

Let me show you how to Dry Cilantro Leaves, so you can enjoy the yummy citrus like flavor of cilantro anytime you want!

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How to Keep Food Fresh Longer:

How to Keep Cilantro Fresh

Keeping Cilantro Fresh really couldn’t be easier, and it’s the only way I store it.  This little kitchen trick works like a charm!

How to Keep Basil Fresh

When you get your Basil home from the grocery store, here’s what you’ll do…

Learn How to Keep Celery Fresh

Here’s a simple little trick to Keep Celery Fresh!  It will save your celery… and money!

How to Store Potatoes Long Term

Are you wondering How to Store Potatoes Long Term? These simple little potato storage tricks work like a charm!

How to Keep Lettuce Fresh

Would you like your lettuce to last a little longer?  Then try this…

How to Keep Bananas Fresh Longer

You’ll be using these tips for How to Keep Bananas Fresh from now on!

How to Keep Strawberries Fresh

So are you wondering how to Keep Strawberries Fresh longer?  With this easy little trick, you’ll never toss out berries again!

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