Learn how to prepare refrigerated dill pickles, processed dill pickles, sauerkraut and yogurt. You will learn what type of salt you use in pickling, how to tell if they’re done fermenting and a. With the yogurt you will learn how to make it, types, spoilage and shelf life. Learn trouble-shooting, processing, food safety and what […]
Join us on September 6, 2019 to learn about becoming a WSU Master Food Preserver. You may bring your application with you and submit it at the orientation but we highly recommend that you mail it in as soon as possible. Class size is limited. The WSU Clark - Cowlitz County MFP's volunteer in both […]
The many varieties of tomatoes can make preserving tomatoes and salsas challenging. Learn how you can safely preserve salsas and tomato products, allowable substitutions, why you can’t add more garlic, […]
Pressure Canner Gauges need to be tested every year for accuracy to make sure that you are processing at the correct pressure for a safe product. If you have purchased a new gauge for your pressure canner these should also be tested. All components on the lid are checked also including the gasket and safety […]
Learn the basics of dehydrating fruits, vegetables, and herbs successfully and what is the best equipment to use for drying. Also covered in this class are pre-treatment methods, storage, proper containers, and creative ideas to use your dried products. This is the sixth class in a series of eight classes. Tickets are available online through […]
Learn the basics of pressure canning vegetables, beans and soups, how to select a pressure canner, why it is used and its safe use. Learn the correct prep for freezing vegetables, beans and soups, broths and packaging. Also covered is the proper storage of your canned and frozen goods, shelf life and more. Tickets are […]
Pressure Canner Gauges need to be tested every year for accuracy to make sure that you are processing at the correct pressure for a safe product. If you have purchased […]