Blooming Backyard Jams & Jellies Water Bath Canning Recipes

By Savannah Malone

Did you know that so many flowers in your backyard are edible? Flowers have super health benefits too! The dandelion is one of many; it fights inflammation, inhibits cancer cell growth, and boosts the immune system while aiding healthy skin. So if you have been thinking about learning how to make your own

• Language: English
• Publisher: Malone Company LLC
• Release date: May 3, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088209868

Savannah Malone

Savannah Malone is an avid nature enthusiast and a dedicated author of the beloved Backyard Blooming Flower series. With a deep-rooted love for the natural world, Savannah has spent countless hours cultivating her own backyard garden, where she discovered her passion for flowers.In addition to her green thumb, Savannah has also honed her skills in the culinary arts, particularly in the realm of preserving the harvest. She possesses extensive experience in water bath canning, a preservation method that allows fruits and vegetables to be safely stored and enjoyed throughout the year.Combining her knowledge of gardening and preserving, Savannah's expertise in water bath canning shines through in her books. She not only guides readers in cultivating beautiful and bountiful gardens but also empowers them to make the most of their harvest by preserving it through this time-honored method.Savannah's commitment to self-reliance and sustainable living is evident in her teachings on water bath canning. She recognizes the importance of reducing food waste and maximizing the nutritional value of homegrown produce. Through her detailed instructions and mouthwatering recipes, she encourages readers to embark on their own culinary adventures, exploring the world of homemade jams, pickles, and other delectable preserves.Beyond the practical aspects, Savannah understands that water bath canning is a way to connect with our ancestral traditions, preserving not only food but also memories and traditions passed down through generations. She strives to honor these time-honored practices while also adding her own innovative twists to classic recipes.Savannah's passion for blooming flowers and her expertise in water bath canning combine harmoniously in her books. She invites readers to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, cultivate their own vibrant gardens, and savor the flavors of the harvest all year long. With her warm and informative writing style, she inspires and empowers others to embrace the art of water bath canning, making it an integral part of their self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle.

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Blooming Backyard

Jams & Jellies:

Water Bath Canning Recipes

A Beginner’s Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, Preparing and Canning Edible Flowers & Fruit

Malone Publishing LLC.

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Dedication

I dedicate this book first to my family, without the support of them I wouldn’t have created it or even had the idea to share it. Family is very important to us. Our lives circle around being close and present with them enjoying nature around us. Water bath canning is how we bless family and friends with our hospitality. We may not have much but food and love is something you’re always going to find at our house.

I would also like to dedicate this book to The Water Bath Canning Community Facebook group. The group is made up of novice canners (little to basic knowledge) all the way to seasoned expert canners sharing their expertise globally with each other. We are growing in numbers each and everyday from every continent. We are more than just a group, we are a respectful and connected community, offering advice, proven recipes, and the gift of self-reliance. The value of knowledge and recipes in this book is rewarding to give. However the friendships that are formed, mentorship that takes place and wealth of knowledge in the group is far beyond anything I could have created.

If you’re looking to get plugged into a new hobby, develop a skill, or find community.

Won't you come join us? You could change someone's life with the knowledge you have.

Contents

Dedication

Introduction..........................page 6

Chapter 1................................page 7 

What is Water Bath Canning ?

Chapter 2.............................page 7-9

Safety Tips For Water Bath Canning

Chapter 3..............................page 9

Jam or Jelly 

Chapter 4...............................page 10-11

Why Home Preserve?

Chapter 5..........................page 11-12 

Before you Begin: The Do’s and Do

Chapter 6..........................page 13-14

Harvesting: How To, When To,

and Storage Suggestions

Chapter 7........................page 15

Not Edible Common Plants and Parts 

Chapter 8.......................page 17-60

Common Edible Flower

Chapter 9..........................page 61-62

Equipment Needed

Standard Conversation Table

Measurements and Altitude Chart

Chapter 10.....................page 63-154

Backyard Flower Jam & Jelly Recipes

Chapter 11......................page 155

Remaking Soft Jellies....page 155-159

References......................page 160-161

Bonus: Inventory Logs.

Introduction

"This magical, marvelous food on our plate, this sustenance we absorb,

has a story to tell. It has a journey."

- JOEL SALATIN

It’s no secret that more and more people globally are looking for effective food preserve

methods. Whether it’s the rising cost of food, difficulty finding food locally, or not wanting to waste fresh produce, we can help. Water bath canning is not only a great life skill; It’s one you can also involve the whole family in for treasured memories. If you’re looking for shelf-stable food, to save existing produce, to make homemade gifts, or become an entrepreneur, let this book fire up your creativity.

To understand my journey and love of water bath canning, we must start at the beginning with my Grandma Patricia. She was born in the era during the Great Depression in the late 1930s. America had just gone through the stock market cash in the 1920s, leading to the Great Depression. Growing up in America, trading had come to a halt due to the Tariff Act by President Hoover, which contributed to the depth and length of the global Depression. A great fear loomed over most of the country, still feeling the depth of job loss,loss of savings, and homelessness. Political tears wreaked havoc throughout many countries, still reeling from WWI and leading to WWII. More disasters will hit in the years to come that will forever change and impact the world today. Families were forced to use frugal tactics and storage methods to preserve what they could longer than ever. My great-grandma, Patricia, used these methods and passed them down to her and her children. I still remember as a child being in the kitchen washing strawberries or picking beans while glass jars were being washed and prepared. As a child, I didn’t appreciate the journey from picked to jelly. I only had eyes for biscuits at that time. All food has a journey and a story to tell, one we might not even know.

My husband and I are what you call nowadays hobby gardeners. When we bought our house, we decided to try our hand at gardening. We became hooked on the love, support, and mentorship from our dear neighbors, Carol and Paul. We enjoy having a garden and tending to it all summer long. The problem soon became wasteful produce from our abundance; we couldn’t give it away quickly enough. So, once again, I sought out mentorship from Carol, who suggested we start water bath canning and put it away later to enjoy. How had I forgotten the ways of my grandma and mom and all those hot steamy kitchen days? Water bath canning is a family tradition and a staple preserving method in our household. The yield in the crop, the financial gain we save in safeguarding, and the security it brings make all our fruitful labor worth it.

In 2020 the world felt the uncomfortable sting of the pandemic and the insecurity of resources it brought. Even within our own family, it brought about heartache and fear for the elderly. To help my family and keep the ones who are at-risk safe. I decided to water bath canned food for them to enjoy leisurely. Nothing compares to fresh tomato sauce or flower jellies to brighten up a meal definitely in the winter months. This got me thinking about how so many others share an interest in flowers and preservation, and maybe they don’t have the guidance of a Carol or a grandma like mine. So I created The Water Bath Community Facebook Group to bring together like-minded people from all cultures around the world for one mission. To empower them, share our skills, knowledge, and food security. In our group, you can come and learn so many more different water bath-canning recipes and grow with us. Scan the image, and it directs you to our Facebook group.

Join The Water Bath Canning Community!

Chapter 1

What is Water Bath Canning?

Have you ever heard the term water bath canning? Or it could be termed hot water bath canning. So what is it? It is the process of using hot water from your bathtub to make food safe. Wait, that doesn’t exactly sound right. Let me try that again. Water bath canning is one of many different types of food preservation. This process is for acidic foods with a pH below 4.6. Upon completion of a tested recipe, you will pack your sterilized glass canning jars full accordingly and secure the lids and rings. The jars are then placed into the canning rack and lowered into the water bath canner sitting up flat with all pots emerging in the water, covered with 2 inches of water, and processed accordingly. Water bath canning uses the pressure from boiling water to preserve food within glass jars, preventing harmful bacteria from growing on the food.

Chapter 2

Safety Tips For Water Bath Canning

Let’s begin this talk about food safety. To have delicious jellied products, we must also be educated about the dangers. Clostridium botulinum is an odorless, tasteless bacteria that can cause a deadly type of food poison. These spores can live for years in your jar of food. The canning environment is the ideal growth place for spores. I’m talking about low-acid foods with a pH higher than 4.6, added moisture such as oxygen, and not using proper boiling water temperature. We might as well stick food in a jar, seal it and wait to see the forest that