🍓 From Garden to Jar: Water Bath Canning with Strawberries & Pickles

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There’s something deeply satisfying about hearing that “pop” when your jar seals—knowing you’ve preserved something fresh, flavorful, and made completely by hand.

In this hands-on canning class, we’ll walk step-by-step through the water bath canning method, giving you the confidence to safely preserve your own foods at home.

But here’s where this class stands apart…

We’re using Pomona’s Pectin — a game changer in homemade jam.

Unlike traditional pectins that rely on large amounts of sugar to set, Pomona’s uses calcium to activate the gel, allowing you to:

✔ Use significantly less sugar
✔ Let the true flavor of strawberries shine
✔ Create jams that are better suited for those watching sugar intake
✔ Customize sweetness with honey or alternative sweeteners

This isn’t just canning—it’s smarter, more intentional preserving.

🍓 What You’ll Make:

Strawberry Jam (Low-Sugar, Pomona’s Method)
Bright, fresh, and bursting with real fruit flavor—this is jam the way it should taste. You’ll learn how to control sweetness, texture, and consistency using Pomona’s Pectin.

Classic Pickles (Water Bath Canned)
Crisp, tangy, and perfectly balanced. We’ll cover brines, spice blends, and techniques to achieve that satisfying crunch every time.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

✔ Safe water bath canning techniques from start to finish
✔ Proper jar preparation, filling, and sealing
✔ The science behind pectin + calcium vs. sugar-based setting
✔ How to confidently preserve fruits and vegetables at home
✔ Tips for storage, shelf life, and flavor variations

What You’ll Take Home:

✔ Your own jar of low-sugar strawberry jam
✔ A jar of homemade pickles
✔ The confidence to start canning on your own

💡 Why This Class is Different:

Most canning recipes are loaded with sugar—not because they taste better, but because they need it to set.

In this class, you’ll learn a better way—one that puts you in control of flavor, sweetness, and ingredients.

👩🍳 Perfect For:

✔ Beginners curious about canning
✔ Anyone looking to reduce sugar without sacrificing flavor
✔ Gardeners & farmers market lovers
✔ Home cooks ready to level up their kitchen skills

Please bring 6 canning jars with you.  3 quart and 3 pint sized.