Preserve the Taste of Summer is a comprehensive food preservation program that includes eight lessons. It is a great opportunity for anyone age 18 years or older who is interested in learning how to safely preserve foods.
Washington State University Extension is announcing a new food preservation program called PRESERVE THE TASTE OF SUMMER. It is a series of eight online lessons for the in-home consumer who wants to learn about food preservation and food safety. It is designed for beginning canners and also veteran canners who wants to update their knowledge and skills. The lessons provide the most current USDA approved food preservation recommendations. Some counties may offer local workshops or hands-on lessons for those people who complete the online lessons. To learn more about this program contact: Gina Ord at gina.ord@wsu.edu or 509-574-1600.
ONLINE LESSONS
The online lessons can be viewed at your convenience. They do not need to be viewed all at the same time. To participate in the lessons, you will need a computer made in the past five years and have a stable internet connection. Your local WSU Extension office may also offer opportunities to view these lessons in a group setting.
To register for the online series, visit: http://preservesummer.cahnrs.wsu.edu
ONLINE LESSON SERIES
Lesson 1: Intro to Food Preservation
Lesson 2: Canning Basics
Lesson 3: Canning Acid Foods
Lesson 4: Canning Low Acid Foods
Lesson 5: Pickled & Fermented Foods
Lesson 6: Making & Preserving Fruit Spreads
Lesson 7: Frozen & Refrigerated Foods
Lesson 8: Drying Foods
Lesson Series Cost: $25