I was first introduced to food preservation 35 years ago by my grandmother. That very first year I remember sitting on a chair in her kitchen and watching her can hundreds of different jars of food. On top of canning, she was really big into freezing and dehydrating various foods for later … [Read more...] about Home Food Preservation Made Easy with Ball Canning Products
Food and Recipes
Watermelon Mint Martini Recipe
The Perfect Cocktail Recipe to Celebrate National Watermelon Day on August 3rd. Who loves watermelon? I do!!! National Watermelon Day couldn’t come at a better time. For most of the country, it’s just way too hot out there. Fresh slices of watermelon are always good, but don’t relegate this large … [Read more...] about Watermelon Mint Martini Recipe
2 Refreshing Summer Smoothie Recipes
There is nothing like a fresh blended smoothie to kick off your day. Fresh fruits blended with yogurt and juice that is ice cold is so refreshing. Even as a mid day snack to cool down and head for the homestretch, they are a winner. Here are two easy to prepare smoothie recipes that our friends at … [Read more...] about 2 Refreshing Summer Smoothie Recipes
Grilled Peppercorn Steak Recipe
The key to sticking to your diet while still enjoying your meal this summer may be closer than you think- think backyard close. We’re referring to your grill of course! Give your vegetables, meats and fish a whole new taste by throwing them on the grill. Grilled food offers many health benefits, … [Read more...] about Grilled Peppercorn Steak Recipe
Ball International Can-It-Forward Day
How many of you do home canning? How many of you would like to learn or would like to improve upon your canning skills? If so, I've got some great news for you, so please keep on reading! I've been canning all kinds of things for the past 25 years and love it! While I am no expert on canning, I … [Read more...] about Ball International Can-It-Forward Day
Pimento Cheese Burger Recipe
My hubby was raised in what he considers the south. Oklahoma and Texas has a unique type of food and if you have been raised there or in the southern states, Pimento Cheese is almost a food group unto itself. I had never had the experience of eating this until many years after marrying my husband. … [Read more...] about Pimento Cheese Burger Recipe
Healthy Kale Chips Recipe
Looking to keep your diet on track? Looking for healthy snack options that are easy to make at home and taste delicious? If so, you will appreciate this recipe from our friends over at Medifast. Kale Chips Recipe Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 12 minutes Yield: 4 servings 1 large … [Read more...] about Healthy Kale Chips Recipe
How to Make a Cheese Platter – Infographic
Sampling new foods and flavors with your girlfriends is a great way to solidify your friendships and expand your horizons. And, unlike politics or religion, food is a topic that everyone can have an opinion on without becoming confrontational. Whether you’re getting ready for a night out on the town … [Read more...] about How to Make a Cheese Platter – Infographic