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How to Can Applesauce (a step-by-step photo tutorial)

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This easy step-by-step photo tutorial will teach you how to can applesauce in no time! Who knew it could be so easy? And homemade applesauce is the best! As a child, one of the things that I looked forward to each fall was helping my mom make applesauce to can and freeze. My favorite part was…

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43 Must Try Home Canning Recipes

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Looking for ideas for preserving your own food?  This list of some of the best home canning recipes will help! From the beginner to the experienced canner, there is something for everyone!   There are affiliate links in this post – please read my full disclosure policy. Home canning has made a come back the last several…

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5 Minute Refried Bean Dip- just 4 ingredients!

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This refried bean dip has got to be one of the easiest bean dip recipes ever!  It takes just 4 simple ingredients, is ready in 5 minutes and is absolutely delicious.  We love it as a party appetizer, snack and even as a simple lunch! This super easy bean dip recipe became a favorite of…

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Fresh Strawberry Pie- easy & delicious!

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This old fashioned Fresh Strawberry Pie is the best! It’s my mom’s simple homemade no bake recipe and it combines strawberries and Jello, then tops it with fluffy whipped cream or Cool Whip. And it’s so easy and delicious! When I was growing up, our family always eagerly awaited fresh strawberry season because that meant…

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Making and Canning Tomato Juice (a step-by-step tutorial)

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Canning tomato juice is so easy!  This step-by-step photo tutorial will show you how to can homemade tomato juice in no time.    Preserving your own fruits and vegetables is such a great way to save money!  Plus, it’s often healthier too because you have the ability to control what goes into your canned food….

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Welcome! I’m Lydia. I love to share easy homemade recipes, simple homemaking tips and great money saving ideas. I want to help you find ways to live well and enjoy life on a budget! Read more…

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