Well, it keeps on snowing and it’s not even Halloween

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What an unusual year this has been. And from what I hear, all over the country too. We've got another snowstorm moving in on us and it's snowing like mad. Preparing for it, Will...

Q and A: simple sauerkraut and best way to kill weeds

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Simple sauerkraut I found this recipe on line. Is this a safe method? If so, how long will this last kept at room temperature? Simple Sauerkraut: Cabbage Banana peppers Green tomatoes Pepper flakes Kosher salt Distilled water (A MUST SO IT WON'T...

Q and A: elderberry syrup, candied dill pickles, and growing sweet potatoes

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Elderberry syrup I have a questions about elderberry syrup for the flu. All the recipes I have found on line start with either fresh or dried berries. I have a ton of juice I...

Q and A: growing corn for cornmeal and layering jars in canner

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Growing corn for cornmeal I am growing dent corn to make corn meal. I am not sure when to harvest and how to prepare the corn for grinding. Daniel Jones Cullowhee, North Carolina Leave the ears on the...

Q and A: processing time for cabbage and headless chickens

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Processing time for cabbage I have a question about the processing time that you list for canning cabbage in Growing and Canning your Own Food. In my copy of your book, the processing time for...