As summer sets in, it’s time to think about your first harvest! Canning and gardening go hand-in-hand when you’ve got extra produce, but no situation is exactly the same, so we’ve broken it down into three levels. Of course, these levels are not all-inclusive. Sometimes the most skilled gardening pros are limited by space and sometimes beginners have the means to start big gardens right off the bat. Besides, it’s not so much about the size of the garden, but rather, what you can do with the produce! So whether you fit into one of our three categories, or somewhere... more »
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Snacks and Meals for Any Night of Football
Fall is in the air. You can almost smell it, save the stuffy nose – but you can feel it too! The crisp thin air, the crunch of the leaves, that smokey smell on the wind. But inside the home there’s a difference too. The air is warmer and closer, there’s the smell of baking, and of course the sound of football and excitement. Sometimes a game or two on a Sunday afternoon can be fun, but when guests get involved it can be difficult to keep everybody fed and happy. Entertainment isn’t the issue here, the eyes are glued... more »
Baked Ravioli Casserole
This super easy to make ravioli casserole is the perfect potluck dish to share.
A Short Gift Guide For Your Home Canning Enthusiast
Whether it’s a birthday, an anniversary, or a housewarming party – it is always thoughtful to bring a gift. But what do you present the DIY king or queen who makes their jams and preserves themselves? We suggest going beyond the usual gifts and pay attention to their interests. If you have a friend who’s obsessed with everything homemade and loves to make preserves of jam, chutneys and pickles, here is our list of gift ideas for them: Customized Canning Labels If you have a friend or family member who makes jams, pickles, and chutneys – gifting them a label... more »
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you Begin Your Questions Answered Got a question? The answer could be right here! Check through this list of questions and click on the question you need an answer to. These are the ones most often asked of us by home canners like yourself. For answers to any other questions or concerns you might have, just e-mail us. We’ll get right back to you.
Dill Pickle and Bean Salad
10 – 1/2 cup servings 1-15 oz can white beans, rinsed and drained 1-15 oz can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup chopped dill pickles made with Mrs. Wages® Kosher Dill Pickles Refrigerator Pickle Mix 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (about 8), halved 1/3 cup green olives with pimento (about 10), halved 4 tsp extra virgin olive oil 4 tsp balsamic vinegar 1/8 tsp black pepper 3 sprigs fresh dill, optional Place the beans, pickles, onion, tomatoes and olives in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar and pepper; drizzle... more »
Dillish Pickle Dip
2 Cups 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 3 Tbsp reduced fat sour cream 1 cup finely chopped prepared Mrs. Wages® Medium Spicy Pickles 2 Tbsp prepared Mrs. Wages® Medium Spicy Pickle Juice 1 Tbsp finely chopped onion 2 medium garlic cloves, minced 3/4 tsp dried dill weed 1/2 tsp pepper Chips In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Serve with chips. Recipe suggestion: Dill Pickle Salsa Find more information on Mrs. Wages® Refrigerator Spicy Pickle Mix – Medium here.
Illinois State Fair — Mrs. Wages Blue Ribbon Sweet Pickles
7 quarts 9-11 lbs pickling cucumbers 4 ⅔ cups commercial white vinegar (5% acidity) 2 cups water 7 cups granulated sugar 1 pouch Mrs. Wages® Quick Process® Sweet Pickle Mix Wash cucumbers and cut into slices. Combine Mrs. Wages® Quick Process® Sweet Pickle Mix, vinegar, water, and sugar in a large non- aluminum pot. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture dissolves. Pack cucumbers in sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Evenly pour hot pickling liquid over cucumbers leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Cover and process 10 minutes in boiling water bath. Recipe suggestion: Creamy Pickle Salsa... more »
Kim Lyon’s Best of Show Canned Sweet Corn and Corn Casserole
The secret to producing exquisite corn is timing. Since corn turns to starch rather quickly, the time from garden to kitchen should be done within hours. Plan to pick your corn and take it to the kitchen to process right away. I usually get my corn from the farmer’s market, however the winning corn came from a roadside stand near Springfield, IL.
Mini Meatloaves
These mini-meatloaves are great for a weeknight dinner. Because they are mini, they cook in no time. You can also get creative with the topping and let each family member choose what style they want.
Pickle Roll Up Appetizers
32 pieces 8 whole dill pickles made with Mrs. Wages® Refrigerator Kosher Dill Pickle Mix 6 oz cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup spicy ranch salad dressing 8 thin slices deli ham Dry pickles thoroughly on paper towels and cut tip off each end; set aside. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and dressing until smooth. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese mixture over each ham slice. Place 1 pickle on each ham slice. Roll up tightly and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for 1 hour or until firm. Remove plastic wrap and slice each roll up into 4... more »
Southwestern Style Cheese Dip
1 lb pasteurized cheese 1 ¼ cups prepared Mrs. Wages® Salsa Melt cheese in a microwave or double boiler. Stir in the prepared Mrs. Wages Salsa and mix well. Serve with your favorite chips or veggies.
