Last week we packed up the last of the canning equipment and stored it away in the basement, where it will sit until needed next June. That is what we thought. But a little bit of good luck had us fetching the steam canner, and some canning jars, to the kitchen. Ever since I was… Continue reading Black Currant Jam
Grumpy, Frumpy, But It Could Be Worse
Intense three days for us. It started with a specialist appointment in Toronto, left at 7 a.m., arrived home at 4 p.m. and most of that time was on the highways. It takes a lot of preparation to attend an appointment in Toronto, we have to plan three portable meals to take with us, no… Continue reading Grumpy, Frumpy, But It Could Be Worse
First Frost and the Last Canning Project
Last night we had our first frost. The leaves on the squash plants had a thin coating of ice on them. Today Attila is picking the last of the green tomatoes and peppers, which will not be canned. The peppers will be used in cooking over the next few days, and the green tomatoes laid… Continue reading First Frost and the Last Canning Project
Ups and Downs
The weather continues to be relatively warm and pleasant. It rains from time to time, yesterday the wind was strong and unpleasant, but mostly it is sunny, breezy, and just about perfect for this time of year. Food preservation is winding down. Today we are canning pickled peppers, and it may be the last sizeable… Continue reading Ups and Downs
Cooler Weather
The weather is at last cooling down a bit. The tomatoes and peppers do not approve, at all. The celery and the brassicas don’t mind in the least. The humans on the property are relieved, hopefully no more heat waves until next summer. The cooler weather means that working out at the Camp is more… Continue reading Cooler Weather