Perfectly Preserved Podcast
Want to learn to safely preserve food at home? Join Master Preservers Anna Cash and Jenny Gomes as they teach you all the ins and outs of canning, from water bath canning, to steam canning, to pressure canning. You’ll learn tested, up-to-date techniques that work for a modern, busy home. Each episode will cover a specific topic relevant to food preservation such as canning equipment, excellent recipe choices for both beginner and intermediate canners, and even other methods of food preservation such as dehydration, fermentation, and freeze drying. Friends and food preservation enthusiasts Anna and Jenny will guide you expertly and share laughs along the way.
Episodes
105 episodes
Season 2 Finale: Tips for Market Success and Streamlined Preserving
If you’re considering selling your preserves at a market or want tips on how to speed up your canning process, then we have the episode for you! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, Anna is back to divulge all of her tips and tricks t...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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36:01
The Best Way to Keep Jars Warm Before Processing
Cracked jars and under processed food sound like a canner’s nightmare, right? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we dive into how to keep jars warm before processing. Jenny explains why you must warm your jars before fil...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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24:25
Tackling Pressure Canner Problems Together
Is it time to phone a friend with your latest canning struggle? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we help a dear listener with her problematic pressure canner.While we wish it weren’t true, not all pressure canners are creat...
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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33:54
Is it safe to can in my pressure cooker?: Pressure Canning Appliances Explained
Are you in search of a pressure canning appliance that can do it all? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss kitchen appliances that are marketed for pressure canning.Jenny discusses the technical differences between p...
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Season 2
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Episode 99
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30:01
How to Can Hot Sauce, BBQ Sauce, and Condiments
Ready to spice up your meals and share the love with homemade condiments? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to can hot sauce, BBQ sauce, and other condiments.Jenny clears the air of misinformation to bring you...
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Season 2
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Episode 98
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29:52
Pressure Canning Wild Game
It’s time to further your homesteading skills and diversify your pantry with a crash course in preserving wild game! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to pressure wild game.Jenny shares her first-hand experien...
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Season 2
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Episode 97
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30:46
Pressure Canning Seafood
If you’re interested in preserving all things from our oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams, it’s time to tune in. On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to pressure can seafood.We share why seafood must be pressure ...
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Season 2
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Episode 96
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34:04
Making Apple Cider
With apples in abundance, it’s time to make the most of them by using every last drop. On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to make and preserve apple cider at home. You’ll learn what tools you need for a sm...
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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26:12
How to Make Flavored Vinegars
If you’re looking for ways to preserve now that will enhance your cooking later, look no further! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share how to prepare and store flavored vinegars.We discuss container options for flavore...
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Season 2
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Episode 94
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21:41
Everything Pumpkin
Few things say fall more than pumpkin, but did you know it can only be preserved with some guidelines in mind? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to preserve everything pumpkin. We discuss what sets pumpki...
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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26:23
Taste of Home: Preserving Regional Favorites
Is there a preserved food that feels and tastes like home to you? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share preserves that hold a special place in various regions of the country. You’ll learn about the most-loved prese...
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Season 2
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Episode 92
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23:44
3 Things to Pressure Can for Back to School
Back-to-school season means busier days ahead, and pressure canning is here to ease your load! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share three things to pressure can to help your family this school year.You’ll learn...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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21:54
Best Canning Advice Our Listeners Have Received
Don’t just take canning advice from us, hear from our listeners! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share the best canning advice our listeners have received. You’ll learn tips and tricks from others, including the be...
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Season 2
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Episode 90
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19:23
3 Things You Should Can This Week
Canning season is at its peak. Wondering where to focus your time? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share three (plus a few more) things you should can this week. We’ve curated a list of our most beloved and practical foods to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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30:06
Anna’s Journey to Can 2000 Jars of Jam for Christmas Market
Could you make 2,000 jars of jam in 5 months? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, Anna takes us along for the ride as she prepares to sell her jam at Utah’s largest Christmas market. You’ll learn the behind the scenes of what it take...
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Season 2
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Episode 88
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37:44
Preserving Mushrooms
It’s time to expand your horizons and elevate your pantry staples with preserved mushrooms! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss everything you need to know about how to preserve mushrooms so you can start today. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 87
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21:18
What to Know For Your Very First Summer Canning
If you’re just starting out with canning this summer, look no further! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss what you need to know if this is your very first summer canning. We have everything you need to get started with ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 86
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38:10
pH Testing and Home Canning
We’re all about making sure preserves are both safe and delicious! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss the pH level of canning recipes and how to be sure that what you’re making is safe. We cover the ins and ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 85
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28:16
George Washington's Cherries
Preserving is in the headlines, and we’re here for it! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we cover the news on George Washington’s preserved cherries and offer inspiration for how to incorporate cherries into your preserving this su...
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Season 2
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Episode 84
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31:00
How to Pickle Eggs
On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we share how to pickle eggs. This episode is filled with the pickled egg process from start to finish, amazing tips for perfect egg texture, and the chit-chat you asked for!We cover how to p...
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Season 2
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Episode 83
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39:49
How to Get the Most Crisp Pickle with Calcium Chloride
It’s time to get into summer mode with crisp homemade pickles! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we dive into how to make the most crisp pickles and other preserves. This episode covers all of the common additives used to make cris...
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Season 2
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Episode 82
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21:57
Canning Baby Food
If you have a baby in your life who you want to make nutritious food for, then this is just the episode for you. On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to make canned baby food. This episode is perfect for you if you want...
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Season 2
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Episode 81
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26:32
Are Canned Foods Unhealthy?
Wondering where canned goods fall on the health scale? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to make your canned foods as healthy as possible.We cover ways you can add nourishing foods to your pantry by canning. Y...
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Season 2
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Episode 80
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28:03
How to Get Ready for Canning Season
On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we discuss how to get ready for the canning season. Grab your pen and paper! This episode is full of our most helpful tips to set yourself up for a successful canning season.We cover how to ...
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Season 2
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Episode 79
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22:19
Canning With No or Low Sugar and Sugar Substitutes
Does high sugar content have you down about canned goods? On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we dive into canning with low sugar or no sugar.We cover every option for lightening up or eliminating the sugar in your canning rec...
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Season 2
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Episode 78
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23:26