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Dried Herbs

Freezing and Drying Herbs

Enjoy the taste of fresh herbs all year long by freezing for later use. Cut the herbs just before the flowers open. At this point, the herb’s flavorful oils are most concentrated in the leaves,

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Teton Mountains

Wyoming Altitude Chart

Are you a new cook or a newcomer to the high-altitude areas of Wyoming? Wonder why your cakes continually fall or your favorite cookie recipe just doesn’t taste right? Our publications and altitude chart can help!

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Jars of canned vegetables

Canning FAQs

Q. Does altitude affect canning? A. Yes, it does. Here are the guidelines for making Altitude Adjustments. View the Altitude Chart for Wyoming Communities. Water bath canning: If recipe calls for 20 minutes or less

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Fruit and Vegetable Rainbos

Publications and Websites

UW Extension Publications Be sure to make altitude adjustments when working with clients in Wyoming. View the Altitude Chart for Wyoming Communities. Additional Websites and Publications Avoid Common (Major and Minor) Canning Mistakes  (Utah State University)

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University of Wyoming Extension

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