Join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator Diane Reinhold for these food preservation classes being offered virtually via Zoom. There is no fee to register for these classes, but pre-registration is required to receive the Zoom link to attend. If you would like to register or need more information, please visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call the Jo Daviess County Extension Office at 815-858-2273.
- Thursday, March 28: Yes, You CAN! Freezing Your Summer Harvest from 6 to 8 p.m.
- Thursday, April 4: Yes, You CAN! Dehydrating Your Summer Harvest from 6 to 8 p.m.
- Thursday, April 11: Yes, You CAN! Water Bather and Pressure Canning Basics from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Spring is right around the corner, and summer gardens will be bursting with produce in no time. You can enjoy your summer flavors year-round by preserving your fresh produce now.
Home food preservation continues to be extremely popular, whether due to increased food costs, the desire to know what is going into your food, or because it benefits the environment by reducing one’s carbon footprint. There are many ways to preserve food at home, including freezing, drying, fermenting, and canning.
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