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When I was growing up there was a bakery in the mall that my mom and I would pass and in the display case would be these enormous raisin sticky buns. The smell was intoxicating and when they were fresh from the oven and still warm, just melted in your mouth. I could never find…
The full Oak Moon has risen and the total eclipse has occurred! What a solstice eve this was and with my new Canon G12, I had a blast taking pictures despite the frigid temperatures and high wind. The converging of the Full Oak moon, the Winter Solstice and total lunar eclipse only occurs once every…
This is a general guide for hot water bath canning of acidic foods such as fruits to make preserves, jellies, jams, etc. Non-acid foods such as vegetables and meats must be processed by the pressure canning method. Consult the specific instructions that accompany your brand of mason jars for the exact procedures as they may differ between manufacturers.