Canning is definitely a staple in our home, I couldn't imagine life without being able to run to the pantry to grab a can of tomato sauce or corn for that nights dinner. With all the things I can it's hard to think of a favorite, however if I had to choose just one thing it would definitely be bone broth. I use at least 2 cans a day and definitely can't live without it. What about you guys? What are your favorite things to can and consume, or what is something you just can't live without in your pantry?

I'm excited to start the first of many challenges with this group. I know a lot of you have already been canning like crasy , @Penny M just posted some of the things she has already done and, wow I'm impressed!!. So for this challenge I will be sharing a recipe or method for canning something every day for the next 30 days. Sometimes I'll be filling the pressure canner Sometimes it'll be water bath and some will be reble canning. I will mark each one with PC (pressure canning), WB (Water bath), and RC (reble canning) so you know before starting the process being used. Because this one is a canning challenge you'll find all the posts for it in the canning category. I encourage everyone to share pictures or videos of what you've made to encourage the rest of the group. Comment challenge accepted to let me know you in and I'll see you over in the canning section.

Well our canning challenge is under way and we have results from our first poll, WB pickled beets will be first PC carrots will be second RC Baked Beans will be third. And here are the next 3 to pick from

Hey everyone. I am from south central Alaska and am happy to be here. Having been raised on a homestead and currently living on a semi-homestead I am happy to connect with other like minded folks. Can't wait to get to know you all. I love sharing my knowledge and love helping others. And before you ask, YES, I actually know the Raney's. Grew up with them and Marty/Mollee are like an awesome aunty and uncle for me.

We have a lot of new members, let's give them a warm welcome.