Perfectly Preserved Podcast

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How To Know If You Need To Use Pectin Jun 07, 2023

Show notes

Are you in the dark about when you need to use pectin in a recipe? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we discuss how to know if you need to use pectin in your home canning recipe.

We cover what pectin is, the relation between pectin and acid, and fruits with high pectin levels. You’ll also learn which foods are low in pectin, natural ways to add pectin to a recipe, and how a fruit’s pectin levels change as it ripens. Anna and Jenny share their experience testing different fruit combinations and how they affect the thickness of jams, jellies, and applesauce.

Pectin is key to setting your homemade canned goods. This episode will guide you to understanding natural pectin and when to use commercial pectin!

Listen to our episodes on The Role of Acid and The Power of Pectin.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-42-how-to-know-if-you-need-pectin

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-42-how-to-know-if-you-need-to-use-pectin/

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Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

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How to Get Comfortable Pressure Canning May 31, 2023

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Are you holding yourself back from trying pressure canning? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we discuss how to get comfortable with pressure canning.

We offer our very best tips for using a pressure canner with confidence. You’ll hear what qualities make a great friend to pressure can with and why water, broth, and tomato sauce are great to pressure can as a beginner. We also share the biggest pitfalls people face when pressure canning and how to avoid them.

Knowledge is power when it comes to pressure canning. Use our tips and follow up with your own research to pressure can with ease!

Listen to our episodes on pectin and perfect jams and jellies.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-41-how-to-get-comfortable-pressure-canning

See more from Jenny on this episode here
https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-41-how-to-get-comfortable-pressure-canning/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

How to Use Pomona's Pectin May 24, 2023

Show notes

Looking for a way to make jams and jellies with less sugar? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, share everything there is to know about Pomona’s Pectin.

We dive into why pectin is important in jams and jellies, where pectin is found naturally, and how Pomona’s Pectin is different than other commercial pectin products. You’ll learn who can benefit from Pomona’s Pectin and Anna shares her experience using it.

Pomona’s Pectin offers benefits from low cost to addressing health concerns. Pick some up to give it a try!

Listen to our episodes on pectin and perfect jams and jellies.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-ep-40-how-to-use-pomonas-pectin

See more from Jenny on this episode here
https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-40-pomonas-pectin/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Steam Juicing and Canning Fruit Juice May 17, 2023

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How does always having fresh fruit juice on hand sound? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we dive into how to steam and can juice.

We share our favorite fruits to steam juice at home, our best tips to set up your steam juicing equipment, and what each component of a steam juicer does. You’ll also learn the process of steaming from start to first sip. We cover how we make juices including apple, grape, and elderberry, and their processing times.

Add fruit juice to your canning repertoire to make a pantry staple the whole family will love!

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-39-steam-juicing-and-why-you-should-do-it

See more from Jenny on this episode here

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

How to Enter the County Fair May 10, 2023

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Dreaming of a blue ribbon prize for your food preservation skills? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share advice for entering your home-preserved goods into a state or county fair.

You’ll learn our best tips for participating in a county fair contest, what judges are really looking for, ways to set yourself apart from the crowd, and the various food preservation categories county fairs have. Anna also shares her experiences judging and participating in state and county fairs in her area.

We hope our advice brings home a blue ribbon for you! Be sure to let us know if you decide to enter. We’d love to hear about your submissions.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-38-how-to-enter-and-possibly-win-at-your-county-fair

See more from Jenny on this episode here

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Parts of a Pressure Canner and Pro Tips for Success May 03, 2023

Show notes

Feeling hesitant about using a pressure canner? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we discuss the parts of a pressure canner and our tips for success.

You’ll learn about each part of a pressure canner and what they do. We cover what the pressure canner gauge does and how using two racks can save you time. You’ll also learn how the pressure regulator, air vent, and overpressure plug act as safeguards. Anna shares how to avoid problems with the vent pipe and Jenny offers a word of caution when it comes to buying a used pressure canner.

Tackle your fears by understanding each component of a pressure canner!
Ready to learn more? Listen to our episode on Pressure Canning.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-37-parts-of-a-pressure-canner

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-37-parts-of-a-pressure-canner/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

How to Pressure Can Bone Broth Apr 26, 2023

Show notes

Wondering what all the hype is about bone broth? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share how to pressure can bone broth and why we love it.

You’ll learn the benefits of bone broth and how to preserve this low-acid pantry staple safely. We share the best types of bones to use, and our favorite vegetables to add to bone broth. Jenny shares how she boils bone broth on the stovetop and Anna gives tips for making bone broth in an Instant Pot. We also walk through the necessary steps to pressure can bone broth.

Bone broth makes a delicious and versatile pantry staple. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Want to learn more about pressure canning? Listen to our episode here.

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-36-how-to-pressure-can-bone-broth

See more from Jenny on this episode here

https://thedomesticwildflower.com/perfectly-preserved-podcast-episode-36-how-to-make-and-can-bone-broth/

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Master Food Preserver Program with Melanie Jewkes Apr 19, 2023

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Are you interested in becoming a Master Preserver? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, Extension Professor, Melanie Jewkes, joins us to discuss the Master Food Preserver Program.

You’ll learn exactly what a Master Food Preserver certification course entails, how it equips you with all the knowledge you need to safely preserve food at home, and how it allows you to help others. We each share our biggest takeaways from completing the certification and what makes it a great opportunity for anyone looking to learn.

Uplevel your food preservation skills and become a mentor for others by joining a Master Preserver course near you!

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-32-the-master-food-preserver-program

See more from Jenny on this episode here

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

Our Secrets for Perfect Jams & Jellies Apr 12, 2023

Show notes

Looking to perfect your jam and jelly skills? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we share our very best tips for making jams and jellies.

You’ll learn the differences between jams, jellies, and conserves. Anna shares the must-have tools for making great jam, and Jenny covers the best way to make a large batch of jam. We also cover why high-quality fruits make a difference, the role of sugar in jam, and how to make crystal-clear jelly.

Apply these tips to make amazing jam and jelly for friends and family to enjoy!

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/perfectly-preserved-podcast-ep-34-how-to-make-the-perfect-jam-or-jelly

See more from Jenny on this episode here

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...

The Smart Home Canning Retreat Apr 05, 2023

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Is a getaway with other women calling your name? On this week’s episode of the Perfectly Preserved Podcast, we tell all about the upcoming Smart Home Canning Retreat.

You’ll hear from Anna on this amazing opportunity to come together with other women and learn all about food preservation. Anna shares how to know if this retreat is right for you, details about the beautiful cabin she’s hosting it in, and what makes it so special from canning lessons to dips in hot springs.

The Smart Home Canning Retreat is taking place September 7-10 in Kamas, Utah. You’ll become a food preservation whiz as you learn how to preserve jams and jellies, can tomatoes, pressure cook, and ferment, all in great company!

Visit Anna’s website to sign up for the retreat here.

Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to perfectlypreservedpodcast@gmail.com

Join Anna and Jenny on Instagram to connect and learn more.

SHOW NOTES:

See more from Anna on this episode here

https://smarthomecanning.com/blogs/news/why-you-should-be-excited-for-the-upcoming-canning-retreat

Support the show

Help support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcast

Buy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJn

Get the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jelly

Anna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!

$10 Canning Lesson

$40 Full Lesson

These notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links!

Canning Supplies We Recommend

Canning lids (wide mouth)

Canning lids (regular mouth)

Water bath canning pot

Canning utensils...