Safely Canning Tomatoes and Salsa All researched-based recipes for canning tomatoes and salsa require the addition of an acid, such as commercially bottled lemon juice or 5% acidic vinegar, for safety. Read More »
Canning Foods At Home Although the family can consume a fair amount of the garden bounty before it spoils, home canning that food is a great way to preserve that summer-fresh taste all year long. The key to canning Read More »
Utilizing Herbs and Spices So, what is the difference between an herb and a spice? The most common use of the term herb is used to describe plant leaves used for flavoring, and food, such as oregano, basil, rosemary, and parsley. Read More »
Italian Beef May is National Beef Month, and May 27 has been designated as National Italian Beef Day. It’s always fun to learn a new way to enjoy beef. Read More »
Easy Empanadas Empanadas are like a turnover or pastry. They’re essentially a scrumptious filling sealed inside of a half-moon shaped dough, which is then served either baked or fried. Read More »
No Milk? Milk Substitutes As people practice self-isolation amid the pandemic and stores run low on certain foods, you may find yourself without baking and cooking staples. Read More »