Gardens are bursting with fresh produce and many gardeners are also rushing to preserve the bounty to enjoy later. But rushing the steps of food preservation can lead to problems in the end. Keep these tips in mind:
- Avoid starting food preservation if you cannot finish it in the same timeframe, especially in the evening. This can lead to quality and safety problems.
- Get others to help! This can make food preservation more enjoyable and less stressful. Assign tasks appropriate for children. This can also encourage them to eat what they help preserve.
- Make sure you have all the tools, equipment, and ingredients needed for the recipe you intend to preserve.
- Set up the work flow to help with efficiency. This will also help you discover missing ingredients or equipment.
- Clean as you go!
