What if you could stretch your grocery budget further by reducing waste and making the most of every morsel? Imagine the satisfaction of opening your pantry or fridge and seeing food preserved at its peak, ready for you to savor anytime. That's what we are going to explore in this lively conversation with my good friend, Mandi Thompson. We're peeling back the layers on the art of food preservation, sharing our personal journeys, and the practical tips we've learned along the way.EPISODE RESOURCESSmall Batch CanningFood in Jars, Marisa McClellanFavorite Short-Term Food Storage Tools Zwilling Fresh and Save Vacuum SealerSouper Cubes  Freezer Tape & Dispenser for labelsMason Jar Vacuum Sealer for dry storage-Manual Option & Electric OptionRubbermaid Brilliance Glass ContainersHOMEMAKING RESOURCESFree Weekly Newsletter, Homemaker Happy MailNewsletter ArchiveFree Audio Version and Study Guide for JR Miller's "Homemaking"Listen to the Audio of the book in our 2023 Summer Reading SeriesGet Your Free Study GuideSUPPORT & CONNECT WITH USLeave Us A ReviewLove The Podcast (works on any device)Stay In Touch with The Art of Home Podcast Leave Us a VoicemailInstagram | Facebook |Pinterest |  Website | Email  Follow The Art of Home on Your Listening AppFollow The Podcast (works on any device)Support The Art of Home (detailed instructions for sharing, reviewing and tipping)Support the show