Regrowing Carrots

Carrot top leaves can be used like parsley. Here I planted about one inch of the top of an organic carrot, keep some green stems or leaves attached, in soil to let the top grow.  It is a slow process. I didn’t think to mark this one with the start date. You won’t grow another …

Home / Survival Canning

Oven canning, or open kettle canning is a dangerous fad being perpetuated across the internet as a great alternative to traditional canning methods. Folks, don’t risk your life on it. 

Don’t let a bad seal get you down.

It is officially canning season at the Holstein House. Mr. Holstein, his mom, his aunt, and I went to Morgan Orchard to pick fruit. Several variety of apples, and peaches were ready. Blackberries were plentiful with more to come.