Summer Canning Inspiration ~ Preserving food ~ Canning Berries ~ Ideas for Preserving Cucumbers

Join me for some canning/preserving fun! Thanks for watching! 😊
*SEE RECIPES/INSTRUCTIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS BOX
COTTAGE LINKS: (Cottages that we rent out)

MY AFFILIATE LINKS FOR XTOOL PRODUCTS:
XTOOL S1 20W LASER CUTTER:

SOME OF OUR PRODUCTS ARE SOLD LOCALLY AT:
Walnut Creek Antique Mall
4872 McKinley Place Dr.
Walnut Creek, OH 44687

MY P.O. BOX ADDRESS:
White Cottage Company
P.O. Box 403
Berlin, OH 44610

CANNING SWEET CHERRIES:
Wash cherries and remove stems. Fill jars to almost the neck with cherries. Make a syrup of water and sugar. (I use around 1/2 cup of sugar to 2 quarts of water.) Fill jars to the neck with the water/sugar mixture. Can using your canning method of choice. (I cold-packed mine for 10 minutes in a hot water bath.)

CANNING GREEN BEANS:
Wash beans and cut off the stems. Put in jars. Add 1 Zinc tablet, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Fill with water to the neck of the jars. Can using your canning preference. (I cold packed mine in a hot water bath for 1 hour)

BLACKBERRY JELLY:
5 cups blackberry juice
1 pack low sugar Fruit Pectin
4-5 cups Evaporated Cane Sugar
1 teaspoon butter (to keep from foaming)
Boil the above mixture for 1 minute. (be careful so it doesn't boil over!)
Put in jars and can. (I cold packed mine in a hot water bath for 10 minutes)

CUCUMBERS:
* The bread and butter pickle recipe will be in my sister Marlene's cookbook, coming soon!

FREEZER PICKLES:
6 cups sliced cucumbers
1 cup thinly sliced onions
1 cup vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon celery seed

Mix vinegar, sugar, water, salt, and celery seed in a saucepan and heat until the sugar is dissolved. Pour over the cucumbers and onions. Stir. These pickles will last for a few weeks in the fridge. They can also be frozen.

BUTTERHORNS:
Mix together:
2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
Beat in 3 eggs and 1 cup water. Let stand for 15 minutes.
Add:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 cups flour
Knead well. Cover and set in fridge overnight.
The next day, divide the dough into 2 parts. Roll each part into a 12" circle. Cut into 16 wedges. Roll each wedge up, starting with the wide end. Put in a greased pan. Let rise for 3-4 hours. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Brush with butter.

[stevenwilson]

Hi Mary... just recently stayed at your cottages with our dear friends. This was our second time. We loved every minute. You have thought of everything one might need while staying. The blackberries were big and beautiful there. Thank you Mary for all you do. We have met you in person a couple of times and you are the sweetest and kindest person. I always watch your videos but never comment, but I love every one. ...Mrs.Steve

[susanbenton]

The world was meant for homemade jam on homemade bread. Mary you are a rockstar!! Love from Texas ❤️

[ginacrusco]

There is greater wisdom here than meets the eye: to accept nature's bounty when she gives it, and to store it up for the time when she doesn't.

[julsjewels]

When I retired five years ago, we got back into canning. I used to can when I was newly married. I started with a stock pot and a tea towel on the bottom. I got second hand jars and started with tomatoes. I canned everything from jams to meats. I love pressure canning veg beef soup. Pop it open and heat for supper.We have a produce auction house within driving distance and sometimes I over buy and then can up a storm!!! Canning is a lost art. It is nice to have food on hand. I use my jams and jellies for gifts.

[debrahart]

I loved this video, Mary; such a beautiful reminder of my mum’s canning efforts all through my childhood !! Mumma’s in Heaven now, but this video brought cherished memories to the forefront, again. Thank you.

[kerryclare]

In the 1950s, I listened in to many interesting conversations on the porch, while snapping green beans with the 'old' ladies. 😊
Btw- You and John are truly a match made in heaven. You WORK well together. ❤

[diannehiggs]

My mouth is watering at the thought of those fresh rolls and jelly. Your kitchen must smell heavenly. 😋

[kathyf]

I enjoy seeing your husband working with you! My brothers loved canning all their lives. Maybe it was because we would all can fruit together in summer and enter some in the fair with 4-H. Very find memories!💐

[cynthiablackwell]

I was shopping several years ago at a local Mennonite grocer and came across Christmas Jam; never heard of it, let alone seen it prior to that visit. Bought a jar, and fell in love. I found a recipe; now I make it regularly. Can’t keep it in my pantry. I’ve given it away at times. I get asked from time to time if I have any more jars left. My pantry is currently empty of this delightful treat. Time to pull out the jam making equipment and make up a batch! ❤️

[bonnieirwin]

Her husband is a handsome, smart, hard working, helpful and loving man and husband! Are there anymore like him around??!! Mary is his perfect match. She is his equal. God has blessed them both and we get to learn from them. Thanks for your videos Mary. Keep them coming!! ❤

[nannychachi]

It's so great to see all of that canned food on our shelves. And, I love the process of canning and hearing that "ping."

[pjc]

Another wonderful video! Reminds me of my childhood. In today's world what a breath-of-freshair you are! Don't apologize and don't change anything. I hope you enjoy producing your vids! ❤😊

[deanadailey]

A video full of nostalgia! We canned and froze everything, including beef, fish and game, at my grandparent’s old farmhouse. She made a refrigerator dill pickle that was fantastic. To this day, I am grateful to have experienced that life!

[janeevans]

Mary you definitely have a wonderful husband! And you deserve it. The sweetest couple ever. 😊 another beautiful video thank you.

[deborahcobb]

I certainly needed this today. Anytime I’m having a hard day. I can count on you to make it more pleasant. Thank you again so very much for having this channel.

[LoreleiHome]

Something so peaceful and comforting about your episodes. Really loved this one! I grew up in rural Alaska and canning was a way of life. Picking berries (watch out for bears!), making jams and pickling. Gott segen eich!

[victoriapowell]

Mary, I have really enjoyed this video. In fact, I love each and every video you share. You are a joy. Thank you.

[debbiegreen]

When you were pouring out the blackberry juice into the jar and some spilled into the sink, I said "OH NO!" out loud LOL That is precious stuff 😅

[lisafriend]

A lot of work, but so satisfying to grow what you eat.

[kaytiemcd]

Your kitchen is perfect for these Canning projects. My Mom loved Canning. This video reminded me of her. Good Memories, Thank you.