Canning Green Beans

Fred Meyer had a good price on fresh green beans, so I picked up about 10lbs of them the other day and thought it would be good to can them. I asked you guys on facebook if you wanted me to blog how to can them and the number of private messages I got of you all wanting to see, with pictures, was great! (Went back and counted and it was 7 of you!) But, you guys don't have to be shy, you can post and let others know you want see how to do it. ;)

Alright, first off fill one side of your sink with water (Left side above) and one side has the beans (right side). Rinse the beans on the right as you move them over to the water on the left. This will get them clean and the leaves, etc. off of them.

While working at the sink (or you could sit down at the table if you wanted to), I got two bowls, one for the good beans and one for the broken ends. So, pull your beans out of the water and break them. Easy right? Yes, but does take time, especially if you have a lot to do. Thank you so much Jen for coming and helping me today! I appreciate it so much!

After you have broken you beans, move them to a pot of water, bring it to a boil, and boil your beans for about 10 minutes blanching them.

Fill your jars with your hot beans and hot water. Leave a one inch head space and be sure to get those bubbles out!

Place into your pressure canner and can them. 10lbs pressure for 25 minutes. 

 

 

I'm so excited to have fresh green beans, especially this winter! I bought 10lbs green beans and got 6 quarts and 1 pint out of the bunch. This number could vary though depending on your beans and if you get any bad ones you have to toss. I think I am going to go back and get more beans. Anyone up for a green bean canning party?

**Thank you Momma for the refresher course the other night when I called!**

NEW: Pizza Crust Recipe

So, the last pizza crust recipe was great, but this one is better! It's full proof and so easy to work with.

In your mixer, add:
1 1/2 C warm water
2 tsp. yeast
1 Tbsp. honey
3 Tbsp. olive oil
Let sit for a few minutes so the yeast can work. Add in:
4 C flour and start mixing with your dough hook
2 tsp. salt (add in after flour has started mixing in so you don't kill your yeast)
Knead for 10 minutes
Get a clean bowl and pour in some olive oil. Roll your dough in the oil, cover, and let sit for 30 minutes.
Divide in half and stretch to fit two pizza pans.
Top with you toppings
Cook 10-15 minutes at 500*

This really is the best pizza. The next time I make it, I'll take some pics for you guys and add them in.

I'm back!

So, I apparently have dropped off the Earth and haven't been posting! Sorry guys. Things have really gotten busy this summer!

Elijah has been doing soccer and has been LOVING it! His last game is Thursday.

Rozalynn is almost potty trained! Great news right? She has the peeing down, but the pooping, well, needs work. :/

I have gotten involved with MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) and I'm loving it. If you are local, we would love for you to join us. If you are not local, then check one out near you! I have also been going to a Bible study that is on spiritual gifts. I'm LOVING it and I'm learning so much! This study is really helping me figure out who I am as a person while I'm trying to figure out my gift. (which I have a good idea on what it is, but I won't say just yet ;) I want to get more into the study first. ) 

So with all these activities, plus playgroups and other gatherings, my days have been busy. I'm hoping I can get back on here and post more. If you guys want me to blog about anything specific, please let me know. :)

Everyone enjoy the summer as winter isn't to far off. God Bless!