Frugal Friday: Canning Season

Yummmmm!!!!

For those of you who've known us for a while, you will recall that even before Hill Giant Farm existed, we've been avid fans of canning, or as our friend Matt Brouwer insists on calling it- jarring. It's a great, fairly straightforward, inexpensive way to "put away" the excesses of your harvest (if you have one), or to make enjoyable and delicious, not to mention CHEAP, additions to your winter menu. Last year we made pickles for $0.81 a jar.....isn't that ridiculous!

Today we received our first "canning commission" to make salsa for a friend who is going to purchase the veggies needed, but doesn't have the time or desire to make it themselves. Great deal for us (because this farm might actually generate some money) and a great deal for them, as they will enjoy yummy salsa made from local ingredients for less than they can buy it at the grocery store.

For ourselves, the canning plans and dreams for this year go something like this; pesto with the basil we've been growing, bruschetta in a jar (it is beyond delicious!), peaches/pears (depending on which we can find), beets, dilled beans and possibly some pickles. Mmmmmm, we're drooling just thinking about it.

If any of you would like to enjoy yummy canned treats made from local ingredients, drop us a line at hillgiantfarm@gmail.com, we could still take a few more comissions. Or, if you want to try canning yourself, and just need some help getting started, M would be glad to answer any questions you might have or offer tips through the same email address. Don't be shy, drop us a line. Thanks for reading!