Preservation Notes - San Joaquin Master Food Preservers

In the heart of California's agricultural abundance, a unique program has been thriving, dedicated to the art and science of food preservation and food safety.

Are your friends and family ducking for cover when they see you coming with yet another basket of zucchini? Do those green monsters double in size overnight, turning into giant, pithy behemoths?

To ensure the safety of your frozen food after a power outage, especially when you're away from home, use the Frozen Penny Test. This method is a reliable indicator of whether your food has thawed and refrozen during your absence. Fill a small cup with water and place it in the freezer.

There's something magical about the long, sun-soaked days of summer that calls for gatherings around the grill, laughter filling the air, and the irresistible aroma of barbecue wafting through the breeze. This season, elevate your cookouts with a personal touch by crafting your own summer BBQ sauce.

As spring breathes new life into orchards and gardens, it's the perfect time to harness the abundance of fresh fruits for homemade jams and jellies.