August 2017
No Fear When Using a Pressure Canner
This class will eliminate the fear of using a dial or weighted gauge pressure canner. Learn how to use a pressure canner and methods for canning vegetables and other low-acid foods. Preserving for special diets and altitude adjustment will also be explained. Pre-registration requested; please contact Lynda at 509.422.7245, okanogan.county@wsu.edu or Donna at 509.745.8531, donna.rolen@wsu.edu. There is a $5 fee per class which covers the cost of publications and handouts. For more information, contact Margaret Viebrock at 509.745.8531 or viebrock@wsu.edu.
Find out more »Making Salsa and Canning Tomatoes
After this class, people will want your salsa recipes! Find out what kind of tomatoes to use in salsa and how to select and prepare peppers. Techniques for making salsa, canning tomatoes, preparing juice blends and spaghetti sauce will be explained. Pre-registration requested; please contact Lynda at 509.422.7245, okanogan.county@wsu.edu or Donna at 509.745.8531, donna.rolen@wsu.edu. There is a $5 fee per class which covers the cost of publications and handouts. For more information, contact Margaret Viebrock at 509.745.8531 or viebrock@wsu.edu. Homemade…
Find out more »Successful Sauerkraut and Pickle Making
Sauerkraut lovers won’t want to miss this session! This class will teach the secrets for successful quick-pack and fermented pickle making, pickling without salt and how to prepare sauerkraut. Pre-registration requested; please contact Lynda at 509.422.7245, okanogan.county@wsu.edu or Donna at 509.745.8531, donna.rolen@wsu.edu. There is a $5 fee per class which covers the cost of publications and handouts. For more information, contact Margaret Viebrock at 509.745.8531 or viebrock@wsu.edu.
Find out more »Jams, Jellies and Pie Fillings
Tired of using all that sugar in your favorite jams and jellies? There are other options for low-sugar spreads with just a few easy alterations and using some sweetening alternatives. This session will also include information on making pie fillings and syrup. Pre-registration requested; please contact Lynda at 509.422.7245, okanogan.county@wsu.edu or Donna at 509.745.8531, donna.rolen@wsu.edu. There is a $5 fee per class which covers the cost of publications and handouts. For more information, contact Margaret Viebrock at 509.745.8531 or viebrock@wsu.edu.
Find out more »September 2017
Canning Meat, Fish, Wild Game and Soups
Learn the methods to successfully can meat, fish and wild game. Information on preparing and canning chili, soups and mincemeat pie filling will also be included. Pre-registration requested; please contact Lynda at 509.422.7245, okanogan.county@wsu.edu or Donna at 509.745.8531, donna.rolen@wsu.edu. There is a $5 fee per class which covers the cost of publications and handouts. For more information, contact Margaret Viebrock at 509.745.8531 or viebrock@wsu.edu.
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