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An ideal pickle is defined by its crispness. The vegetable's variety, freshness, preparation techniques, added ingredients, and processing method influence quality of the final product.

Properly cured onions stored in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated place will keep a long time. Other methods of preserving this popular vegetable include canning, freezing, and drying.

We are excited to share that our 'Let's Preserve' fact sheets are now all available in Spanish.

Follow the guidelines in this article to make sure that the fresh fruits and vegetables you're serving are safe.

Entering canned goods in a local fair can be a fun and rewarding experience. Learn more about submitting jars for judging.

This video highlights the Key Food Safety Phrases and shows practical application when developing a recipe for the 4-H Cooking Challenge.

Meat and poultry can be preserved for longer-term storage through canning, drying, or freezing. Learn the preservation techniques that provide the opportunity to safely consume these products well beyond the time they were harvested.

Thinking about selling that special salsa or barbecue sauce you make? If so, be sure to understand the Pennsylvania regulations governing production and sale of food products from the home.

Salt is generally added to canned foods to enhance their flavor. Canning or Pickling Salt is recommended for home food preservation. Other salts may discolor the product or affect its safety.

Learn how to properly preserve the interesting vegetable - Rhubarb!

As we look forward to the summer, now is an excellent time to prepare for a successful season of preserving pickles.

Atmospheric Steam Canning is a safe alternative to Water Bath canning when processing high acid foods. Learn how to use this convenient canner.

Here are some tips on how to make sure your next picnic is both healthy and safe!

August means that peaches may be ready for picking, as their harvest season in Pennsylvania is July-September.

With the increased interest in canning, many home canners are sometimes having a hard time finding jars and lids. Extension Educators are being asked, is it suitable to use old jars and lids for canning?

Throwing away food is a waste! Here are tips to help you reduce the amount of food you throw out, while being sure the foods you eat are safe.

Have you run out of ideas for what to do with your garden-fresh zucchini? Penn State Extension is here to help.

Learn how to select, store, preserve, and prepare mushrooms.

Read on for a bevy of edible gift ideas using plants from your own garden and seasonal produce.

Holiday meals can be wonderful celebrations involving family and friends. If you choose to prepare a turkey as part of your feast, though, there are a few things to keep in mind to prevent foodborne illness.

Información detallada sobre cómo preparar sopas y los procedimientos específicos para su envasado y congelado.

Información detalla sobre cómo envasar y conservar de forma segura el chucrut y los encurtidos fermentados.

Guía rápida de referencia sobre los métodos de congelación y envasado de arándanos azules, que además incluye recomendaciones técnicas para conservar de forma segura. Seleccione bayas firmes, jugosas y de color azul claro a azul oscuro.

Incorporating simple food safety directions into your favorite recipes is an important way to reduce the risk for foodborne illness. This video walks you through the process of including these key food safety phrases.

To safely preserve pumpkin and squash at home, follow the guidelines in this article. Try the yummy Lentil, Butternut Squash, and White Bean Soup recipe.