CHAMPAIGN, Ill – The second session of the canning workshop series went smoothly with a hands-on pickling process where participants learned to make a delicious, pickled corn relish. The workshop, led by Nutrition and Wellness Educator Rachel Mannen, was the second in a three-part canning series designed to help participants preserve fresh produce safely and confidently.
Participants expressed their enthusiasm for this series of classes. Participants appreciated the opportunity to learn about food preservation and share the experience with a friend or family member who was also enrolled in the class, while others expressed excitement for teaching their families to can.
The summer canning series has one more opportunity:
- August 21 – Salsa: Create a flavorful salsa using seasonal ingredients.
Each workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Illinois Nutrition Education office, located at 201 W. Kenyon Road, Suite 3, Champaign, IL 61820, and costs $15. Space is limited and advance registration is required.
- Register for the Salsa workshop by August 14
To sign up or learn more, visit go.illinois.edu/CanningINEP.
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