Getting Crafty in the Kitchen: Five Tasty Canning Recipes

by Becky Striepe September 28, 2010, 7:30 am 10 Comments

5. Blueberry Jam

I think berries are the thing I’ll miss most about summer. If you’ve managed to snag some late-season blueberries, this simple, two-ingredient blueberry jam recipe from Martha Stewart will help stretch that seasonal fruit a bit longer.

Of course, there are ton of other fun ways to can that summer bounty. Just make sure you’re using safe canning practices. We’ll talk more about how to keep your canning safe, tomorrow.

[Image Credits: Mason Jars. Creative Commons photo by chiotsrun, Tomato Jam. Photo via Food in Jars, used with permission Pickled Watermelon Rind. Creative Commons photo by dorywithserifs, Lemon Pickle. Creative Commons photo by lenore-m, Pickled Okra. Creative Commons photo by sashafatcat, Blueberry Jam. Creative Commons photo by mistersmed]

Written by Becky Striepe

My name is Becky Striepe (rhymes with “sleepy”), and I am a crafts and food writer from Atlanta, Georgia with a passion for making our planet a healthier, happier, and more compassionate place to live. My mission is to make vegan food and crafts accessible to everyone!. If you like my work, you can also find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Google+.