Forget what your grandma taught you! Kathy Berget is here with a safer, science-backed way to can tomatoes straight from your garden.

Kathy is an avid gardener and home canner in Idaho who shares her tips and recipes on her blog Beyond the Chicken Coop. In this episode, we talk about the joy of preserving your own harvest, how canning advice has evolved over the years, and why following up-to-date guidelines is crucial for food safety.

We discuss the importance of acid levels and how to avoid common mistakes, and why canning depends on more than just tradition.

She walks us through how to can garden tomatoes the modern way. It's a fresh, practical method that keeps your pantry stocked and your family safe.

🔗 Here's Kathy's method for Canning Tomatoes, and her recipe for Chili with Beans along with her method for How to Can Chili. And you can follow Kathy on Instagram here. Email Kathy with your canning questions: Kathy@beyondthechickencoop.com

Christine's Links:
Loaded Potato Salad
Creamy Potato Salad
How to Grill Chicken Perfectly
Italian Pasta Salad
Southwestern Salad

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