Massive Food Preservation Day to Get Ready to Leave the Homestead!

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[@kathleenclark5877]

I love how Becky includes us, her audience, when she says “our” whatever she is doing or the whatever that “we “ preserved together. I feel vicariously as though we are there “helping” out. Well, sort of. You know what I mean, I am sure!

[@GoreJess22]

Kathleen, I absolutely love that you pointed this out, as it’s something that warms my own heart and makes the time spent with Becky even more special! ❤

[@almostemptynester777]

I' m glad you pointed that out because I couldn't figure out who else was with her that she kept referring to "we" lol

[@janh519]

She always includes everyone! It is as though we are canning or cooking with her! I think that’s sweet of her, too!

[@samieparadise9316]

Me too like when I was a kid and "helped" my mom cook while on her hip

[@interestedobserver9352]

Josh is definitely well taken care of - and he clearly appreciates it judging by the reciprocity he shows in what he does around the house. You two make a great team and your baby will be blessed to have such devoted parents.

[@PatBarr55]

Josh is a lucky man to have such a talented wife. I wish I had half of your energy! Have fun at Homsteaders Conf. and be safe.

[@lovestosingalot55bodin7]

I think it works BOTH ways, Josh is also a blessing to her. He is talented with the wood work and helps her clean the house. He is a perfectionist so you know that he does a GREAT job!!!

[@carolyost6733]

Yrs, i want some of your energy, too!

[@PatBarr55]

@@lovestosingalot55bodin7 Agree, they both are amazing.

[@denisedavies5950]

They each have different talents. Between the both of them there is nothing they can not achieve to reach thier dreams 🙌👏👏👏 ❤❤❤

[@user-vl4iu6ps3s]

You two are a perfect couple, he’s weak or you are strong, and and he strong or you are weak. Perfect duo.

[@anne-mid9240]

i love how Orbit and Tibro are always following you around! gives me a smile when i see them in the video's

[@sincerelyfelicity2273]

If Josh is comfortable with this idea… it would be really neat to hear his research process, findings, and review of the vacuums he chose!

[@striketochill]

Agree! There are soo many options and so many are really expensive so it's hard to decide. And reviews help but when they all have the same star rating or all good reviews, how do you choose?!

[@agRigging]

I hate to plug a youtube channel in the comments, but seriously if you've never seen the youtube channel "Vacuum Wars", check it out. He has IN DEPTH comparisons/reviews and pretty much gets every vacuum that comes to market.

[@susananderson7473]

Agree. Would be interested as well.

[@ceselb]

Before randomly getting a near silent one I didn't even know that was possible. So I would highly suggest finding one that isn't loud. I could use mine while talking on the phone for exmaple, no problems.

[@ceselb]

@@shayshaymann113 Electrolux UltraOne Origin. Mind you I'm in the EU so this is a EU plug 240V model.

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Hi Becky, my kitchen skills have really inproved since watching you. I am now brave at adding more spices and herbs in my meals and my dishes taste so much better. My family thanks you too. ♥️

[@aileenbell6750]

Me too!! Oh my goodness the main thing Becky has taught me is to be brave with spices. So many recipes are conservative with flavor…my palate is a better judge!!!

[@Lebanna2121]

Me as well!

[@making.fronds]

Same here! My cooking has gotten so much better, even when I’m experimenting a bit!!

[@sweettoothmomma2621]

You are a very thoughtful wife! You are making sure Josh is all set and taken care of while you are out of town 💜💙

[@sparkleflair]

I took the plunge! I bought about 12 pounds of ground beef and made some meals to freeze. I made 3 pans of lasagna, 2 loaf pans of meatloaf, a dozen meatballs (needed to see how they turned out first), and a huge pot of chili! I just finished doing dishes, except two pans and I'm tired! I hope you have/had fun at the conference!

[@angiestewart709]

That's awesome! You will love it!

[@anniebragg11]

Fresh food tastes better. Freezer meals are for once in a blue moon

[@kelliknight126]

@@anniebragg11 why would you yuck someone else's yum? That's cruel.

[@DiT555]

Becky, when you blend eggs in this kind of blender usually eggs don't rise. It's something to do with blades cutting through egg protein particles. Did this couple of times for baking and stopped as everything came out deflated :( hand whisk or mixer does the job the best especially when using cottage cheese. Cottage cheese itself becomes chewy while baking sinking eggs as well. I would probably use ricotta cheese instead. Great video as always. Cheers from Toronto, 🇨🇦

[@morpheuszzz662]

I was thinking that too. I had the same problem when I first made egg bites and went a little too crazy on the mixing.

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

How about adding baking powder to compensate for it?

[@EmmaAppleBerry]

Yeah this is also why cutting lettuce and herbs and things is a no no but ripping them or grinding them like mortar and pestle style is how youre suppose to do it. Changes the structure of the cells and they brown badly with the metal on them which also can alter texture/taste of the usually aromatic oils of herbs so will taste more bitter with cutting/metal than it would with ripping and grinding. Its crazy how much the "how" matters when cooking. And really most people think fresh food is best and sure if youve grown it it is but if not frozens healthier because it keeps the item as nutrional as possible. Kinda like freeze drying vs freezing. Freeze drying is better but its also way more expensive and inaccessible to most people. And the fact is unless youre preserving up garden produce or meals regularly that youll likely never actually need one and can just stick to freezing stuff. Its so fun to see all these sort of experiments and variations in cooking that even if you cook a recipe correctly just a drop of water can prevent a meringe or spoil chocolate tempering. Thats why its always good to know the basic food science behind cooking so you dont blow up your blender with hot liquid or crack jars with temperature shock etc.

[@4strypepaws]

@@EmmaAppleBerry See if you can find a plastic knife,(they do exist!) for cutting things like lettuce. Not being metal, they dont oxidise the cut edge! :-))

[@Meggs23]

The temperature is too low. 350 minimum to bake eggs.

[@shamancarmichael5305]

I have always wanted to pressure can, but being disabled I couldn't manage the hefty canner. Thanks to you discovering that electric pressure canner, a whole new world is going to open up for me! Thank you Becky! Have fun at HOA! 😁

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

How is the electric one easier to manage? Thanks! 🤗💚

[@treasurespastnpresen]

I can and am disabled. You just work out ways to be able to do it. I put empty canner on stove, then add required water, then jars, one at a time. Heat canner and follow instructions. When time is up and pressure falls, let sit 5 to 10 minutes; remove lid and carefully remove jars one at a time. Hot water bath, I put water in after it is on stove; when finished I dip the water out of the canner.

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

@@shayshaymann113 Maybe, but lifting the whole canner filled with water wouldn’t be a very practical way of handling it. Besides, I would never be able to lift or carry even one of those electric ones, even if it weighs much less than a big stovetop canner. It’s still very heavy! I would for sure have handled it like @Georgia Gunn describes in another comment, and I would use the same method for a larger one as for the electric one. It’s for sure easier to set and not have to babysit the canner, I see that, but that’s a whole other matter - not disability-related. 🤗

[@shamancarmichael5305]

@@treasurespastnpresen my arms and hands are disabled, so the big pressure canners are too hard to lift. The electric canner at counter level seems like it will be more manageable for me. You are definitely right about finding ways to make things work, I may be slower, but I get stuff done! 😁

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

@@treasurespastnpresen - Thanks! That’s exactly how I would do it, and it’s pretty much how I handle my instant pots, even if they’re smaller (3 and 6 quarts). 🤗 I just don’t understand the difference between an electric and a stovetop canner, the only advantage I can think of with the electric one, is that you can place it beside the sink, so you can fill a pitcher with water and not have to carry it, you could just lift it to the canner and fill it up - clearly easier. 🤗

[@brenda0823_]

I knew it only a matter of time before someone " gifted " you a stick blender.😉

[@samanthacahill5399]

Just a quick tip for next time.... When you have to dump the hot water during canning to get the next batch in, use that super hot water as a way to start soaking your dirty dishes. Makes clean up that much quicker later! Also, love that you always keep it real! You're doing great and I really enjoy your videos! Keep up the great job mommy to be!! 🤓🐺🐶 You're such an inspiration and keep me focused on why I am the way I am. So nice to see someone else that genuinely appreciates and enjoys the home grown process!

[@jennylam9402]

And save water too.

[@shannoneg2000]

Brilliant!!!

[@georginaleavell5140]

I have been watching you over a year and REALLY ENJOY your videos! This question is not specific to this video, but I (and possibly many of your fans) are interested in noting exactly how you keep track of meals and quantity of other items you have in your freezers. Particularly the deep freezers since you can't see everything at a glance? A video on organization would be FANTASTIC! THANKS. MUCH LOVE AND MANY WELL WISHES FOR YOU, DAD AND THE BABY!

[@winged_wheels]

@@georginaleavell5140 I don’t think she keeps track of it per se. I think when she sees that there’s no meals available, she’ll do a batch cooking session and refill her freezer with family meals for 6-8 weeks. It also seems like she gathers basic ingredients needed for most of their meals. With bulk gathering, she’ll scale up/down based on what was used in the past year. It seems like a smart system that works for them.

[@beekind6267]

I was thinking the same thing. 🥰

[@evanhester5506]

Becky don't cut the root off your onions that is what makes you cry 😢 I am a 13 year old that lives in New Zealand. I watch all off your videos, I always enjoyed gardening and cooking but you have encouraged me to do more, thank you 😊

[@territimmerman140]

That's funny because I've always heard to keep the root end on so you don't cry. I rarely have an issue with onions making me cry so I just assumed that us the reason!! You are so lucky to live in that beautiful part of the world!! I've always wanted to see it in person.

[@Cndnwoman]

@@territimmerman140 she said the same thing dear🌻

[@Cndnwoman]

🇨🇦🌻🙏🙏🙏

[@vanessalumbra9409]

@@territimmerman140 That's what she said. Don't cut off the root end, because cutting it off is what makes you cry.

[@saltycat662]

Some onions seem to make me cry more than others. I heard that keeping a bowl of water nearby helps prevent crying too. I'm going to try both methods next time I cut onions.

[@lunachic03dh]

I’m 57 and I just started canning. No one in my family ever canned BUT I AM LOVING IT!! I’m raising my Grandson && I get him to help harvest and such also!! I’ve WB canned a few things (we LOVE the spicy pickled Okra) - I did “assist” PC apple butter. I’m SO nervous to do it by myself. Seeing you use your Presto Electric PC MAKES ME WANT ONE!!! I wish I had an Amazon Wish List!!! Lol

[@firequeen2194]

I just started a couple of years ago. I got the IP Max based on recommendation fromRoseRed Homestead who tested all the electric canners. Only Presto and IP Max passed test and IP was less expensive (and I can make my own yogurt, lol) so IP it was. Only drawback is it will only do pints. I may treat myself to the Presto for the holidays so I could have a quart option. I’m only one person though, 🤷🏼‍♀️. Happy canning! I love it, nothing goes to waste anymore.

[@sandrajohnson9926]

@@firequeen2194 Amazon may be a place to look if you have Amazon Prime membership. October 11th sales will be going on. I was around pressure canning growing up, bug never learned the process. I can waterbath but am a little afraid of a pressure canner. I am thinking about buying the electric pressure canner. God bless.

[@sherriekemper1828]

Very happy to see you today--thanks for taking the time and effort to publish a video when you have so much going on (including building a whole human!!).

[@mimithemultitasker9049]

Just a FYI for you. Hope you've heard of Rose Red Homestead. She's a lovely older professor that's an expert in canning. She tested the canner you have ( I also have and use this model), and it did NOT reach the safety temperature for canning spaghetti sc. She uses an auger to test her canned goods. Please, be safe.

[@mimithemultitasker9049]

Anne, please don't misunderstand me. The Presto electric is very safe. I know that because of watching Rose Red test so many things in it with her testing equipment. The only caviat is no thick sauces and cube rather than puree pumpkin, etc. I've been very successful at canning all types of meat, soup bases dry beans, etc. The thick er spaghetti sauce was her only fail in it That's why I warned Becky. God bless all who pressure can.

[@angelaarnold4255]

Becky, I enjoy your videos so much!! I’m 65 and on Disability. So for some reason your videos are so calming for me. I’m so excited for you and Josh to be parents. That’s one lucky baby! 👶🏻♥️👶🏻♥️👶🏻

[@pamelar5868]

I cooked a bunch of bacon in the oven today. I have no idea why I have never done that before, but I learned it from you and--WOW---it is a game changer! Thank you!

[@siamese35]

Try the grill. Even better.

[@jennbasil]

I did bacon in the oven for the first time today too. Fantastic! I agree with you it's a total game changer. 🥓

[@lisagrafton2529]

I've been buying precooked bacon. Costly, but every time you know how many slices you get. I've been obsessed with bacon and tomato sandwiches on seeded bread- toasted(not a big fan of lettuce on them!)!!!! It's the same thing every summer, than nothing for the rest of the year!

[@jhwilliams6550]

You can also batch cook breakfast sausage the same way in the oven. Sliced just like you would for patties and bake on parchment paper. Lunchroom ladies are a wealth of knowledge for big batch cooking! I learned a lot from them over the years. Dough scrapers are not just for dough they are awesome for cleaning out bowls!

[@JL-ym4eb]

When I was working I had a to do list that had "Eat Chocolate" printed on the top of the page so I could cross off something everyday. My friend had it made for me for Christmas. Love your channel.

[@making.fronds]

A tip for avoiding the burn while cutting onions: place a wet dishcloth next to the chopping board! The acid in them is attracted to the nearest water source - usually our eyes. ❤️❤️❤️

[@truthbetold2611]

Becky you always cook and can as if to feed an army. I won't be surprised this is first of your many babies. You definitely have the capacity to run a camp and the children will be greatly blessed to learn from you. I say this out of utmost respect to and admiration of you : )

[@kimbluhm9289]

Really she is just food preserving for later in the year..... kinda like her pantry challenge videos....

[@BelindaS]

I can see her with 5 little foodies.

[@anniebragg11]

She makes to much. Seems strange to me

[@kimbluhm9289]

@@anniebragg11 it is NOT STRANGE to be PREPARED!!!!

[@claudiaschneider357]

You are Amazing. Your cooking knowledge soo far surpasses mine. Even at my age, I can learn. Thank you

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

We can all learn something new, at any age, every day❣️🤗

[@louhoggard2822]

I love how totally industrious and inventive you are. And your twins--the dogs--are adorable. You make me want to can again!.

[@AZJH8374]

I love the copious amount of spices you use in your dishes! Slovak AZ nurse who loves salt, ❤️ & spices! Please vlog your trip! Safe travels 🙏🏻 while pg!! Love to mommy going with you!!

[@NaturesCadenceFarm]

Becky my husband and I had so much fun chatting with you and your mom at HOA! We'd love to see how your mom's chairs turned out!! 🤩

[@sandship63]

Now I want to know what vacuum and electric mop Josh got! Thanks for always having such inspiring content, Becky!

[@mauramccaughey1114]

Same here please

[@MPDsQT1]

Me too.

[@hollyjohnston6266]

I’m curious as well.

[@katsgardenkitchenandmore9050]

I envy how much energy you have especially since you're pregnant it's amazing and fun to watch you.

[@mariaTsounakis1521]

That peach pepper sauce looked so delicious!! Ty Becky! You have encouraged me to prep my veggies and freeze them to make cooking so much quicker and it really does help! So thank you again. I love learning from you❤

[@bkj2508]

Josh is very lucky to have you! You are a working wife! Wow! Hope you and your mom have an awesome time at your convention! Get some rest there if you can. Tell your mom hello for me!

[@danielleburchette2599]

The next time you make the egg bites? Up your oven temp to 350. And add some milk, or water to your mix. That should give you the puff you want. Maybe a fourth of a cup of milk with the amount of eggs your using. About an eighth of a cup if your using water. It doesn't take much. It'll work though. Lol. Puffed or not, they looked fantastic. 🥰🥰🥰

[@debbieshulman3711]

I think cottage cheese is 1/4 per 6 eggs. I make in instant pot with silicone molds. I use a Swiss Gruyère mix I put bacon on bottom off egg bite mold

[@bonniethom8291]

Watching you standing for long time periods while you teach and entertain us all, I think you might want to look into getting a cushioned floor mat. I think they are even referred to as fatique mats. We have one in a craft room where we stand to do some of the phases of our crafting and it has been a blessing. and we don't even stand as long as you do. Love watching your videos

[@smiller6925]

I watched to the end. The electric pressure canner company owes you money. I want one

[@baileygemma3]

Hahahaha love your content and my partner Troy met you at the Homested event in VA he was soooo happy to have met you and got a sneaky picture of you together, hope you didn't mind him saying "Hi" we have been watching you for a long time, hope you had a great weekend and keep being you and being a beautiful person x x x

[@AcreHomestead]

Thank you so much for saying hi!! It was the BEST part of the whole event!

[@Anissab2]

Hi, Becky first ever comment on youtube you are amazing such an inspiration, you should watch Laura at Garden Answer since you are starting to plan your garden layout for next year. She has both a productive and gorgeous garden and now that you have a bigger space , sky is the limit it's like a blank canvas, can't wait to see what your next garden will look like. Love from Paris , France.😊

[@juliedaly8953]

Anissa Benkherouf and They live in the same state!❤️ I just love Laura on Garden Answers!

[@janethchavez269]

I am so glad to see you sit down while you are doing some of your food prep. Remember to take care of yourself because you work too hard little Mamma!

[@cristaelza7805]

I just got my electric pressure canner and I love it! Game changer for sure. I have a bad back and not having to babysit the canner is amazing! Thanks Becky!

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

How great wouldn’t it have been if Instant Pot and other brands could figure out a way to make their pressure cookers with a canning setting! I bet many would have loved being able to have a huge Instant Pot to use for canning and pressure cooking larger portions for special occasions and for the freezer! It’s too bad having to buy an electric canner and an Instant Pot!

[@jhwilliams6550]

@@lottatroublemaker6130 I would love for my instant pot to do that too! I wonder if you can hot water bath in one!

[@Meadowchar]

I've had a Becky craving 😩 Thankful you're here now 🙏 You always brighten up my day, and inspire me to try new things.. You're a very talented woman, and have a very lovely family.. I can't wait to see the precious little one! Hope you're feeling well, and taking care of yourself the most 💗

[@debbiefranzoi5252]

My husband read somewhere that pregnant women should not vacuum so when I was pregnant with my first (22 years ago) he took over the vacuuming and never gave it up. I do not complain 😊

[@holochar5662]

It’s also especially important not to vacuum post partum as it activates those muscles that are trying to heal!

[@taneshahunt1892]

I was raised that pregnant women shouldn't use a broom

[@debbieorazi2518]

I got into the habit of adding tomato powder to my sauce a few years ago and it makes such a difference in the texture. I love Jessica too, she is so sweet and innovative with her preservations. Jamerill has been doing a ton of preservation too. This is the most wonderful time of the year! Have a great time at HOA.

[@LivSoulfully]

I have numerous bags frozen with jalapeño poppers! They are such a good snack. I half and de seed , then fill with a cream cheese, cheddar cheese and bacon mix. Freeze on a tray then transfer to a bag!

[@teresaroubal7237]

Perfect timing just got done making garlic bread sticks, and lasagna for dinner.. plus peeling 30 heads of garlic for the freezer

[@ginasavant6711]

Thank you for all your efforts sharing your videos Becky❤. Blessings to you and your family 🙏

[@julialucas1482]

Amazing. I can't wait until this channel hits a million. I am a big fan!!!!

[@ichraumauf5532]

I recently saw a video showing how to overwinter pepper plants, because they are perennial. It gives you a head start next year. Maybe you can saves some plants from your old garden this way. Love your videos, they really inspire me to do my own little projects.

[@Laura-je2uw]

Yes, i do thia almost every year with my hot pepper plants. It os just very important to thoroughly rinse yhe plants before bringing them in to get rid of pests. Khang starr has an excellent youtubechannel all about hot peppers. He explains in great detail how to grow, propagate and also overwinter them and make hot sauces.

[@sweettoothmomma2621]

Great video! Thank you. You help me feel more comfortable canning and using what we have without a written recipe.

[@SandyJBerry]

Becky, this is kinda out of context, but I accidentally ran across a video titled "I hate Acre Homestead". I couldn't believe what I read, & my blood immediately started to boil. Out of curiosity I decided to watch it, so I could leave a comment for your defense. Well, & I would say to my surprise, only I can't imagine how anyone could say anything negative, so it really wasn't a surprise, but the video was actually very complimentary to you. The guy was actually raving about how great you are, & the only thing that he actually "hated" was that he loved you & your videos so much. Anyway, I just wanted to pass it on to you, in case you, or others, would like to view it. 🙂

[@hollya3289]

Becky it is November in NJ and tonight we are expecting our first frost. I just went out to the garden and found so much produce to harvest! God is so good. My work is not done!

[@carolynlulinski8593]

Hi Becky, hope you are well. That was a lot of canning🎉 Enjoy your trip to Va. with Mom. Take care & Be safe❤Until next time 😊

[@Nancy-zk9dj]

Landscaping design, how exciting, especially after all the things you'll pick up this weekend! I took my garden down this week. While preparing it for winter I'm thinking of what and where to plant in the spring. The thrill never stops! ❤🌱❤🌱❤

[@kristinclemenson9422]

When you have finished your canning for the season, please post a photo see we can see all the colorful jars together!

[@tdbeardslee]

hack for you - use your jar rings on a pan to hold cupcake paper.

[@melissam450]

Becky I sure hope you saved some of those seeds from the peach peppers to have for next year! 😊 Also, we write on the Mylar bags, with a waterproof sharpie, exactly what’s inside. We do store some things in jars as well but the majority of our FD foods go into Mylar bags. That includes single items as well as whole meals.

[@sarahgoodwin3337]

You inspired me with your wanting to preserve as meals! So 3 weeks ago I made 300 jalapeño poppers for my freezer! I'm excited to see you to do it too ❤️

[@scffarmsnd]

On the electric pressure canner, you can hold the arrow button and skip the heat jars and go straight to pressure canning. It saves about 10-15 minutes depending on the heat of your water.

[@shanakable]

Hi from Jamaica 🇯🇲...Been watching your videos from morning,I absolutely love them ❤️...Very inspiring n motivating for when I start my very own backyard gardening..Thanks 🙂

[@Cole_Cross]

You motivate me and keep me dreaming and hopeful for a better future

[@territimmerman140]

That sounds very, very stressful! Please take time for yourself during the day, each day.! Remember you can always reach out in to this amazing and generous community. 🙋🙋‍♂️💁💁‍♀️

[@Cole_Cross]

Terri, thank you so much 😩! I'm trying to figure out "work/life" balance with this new "job". It took me 16 years to figure that out workling in Vet ER/Rescue. :P I garden /read to escape. Social isolation absolutely effect's every aspect of your health. My inner-explorer is suffocating but hey, gma's 94. It won't be forever. Caretaking is insane. Dementia is insane. The world is insane. But these tomatos I grew are delightful and I think i'll dehydrate them to thicken up my sauces 😂 (just keep swimming!)

[@tamaleenyouknowwhatimean777]

You know that saying “make sure to have your mask on first so you can help others” take time for yourself. Hang in there.

[@bekegibson9603]

Cole - try some dehydrated tomatoes on a sandwich too. My family loves them just for snacking too. I put Italian type seasonings on them before hydrating if for snacks but no salt until after dehydrated as it pull out too much water. Prayers you find peace soon.

[@Scrappadeedooda]

Becky, you have another BIG POT to cook hot sauce (or whatever else) in! (The one under the freeze dryer 😊. We usually drain ours into a 5 gallon 🪣, maybe this will let you bring that pot back into the kitchen on big cooking days. Thanks so much for your videos! I look forward to them every week. I plan on making hot sauce this week too. You are always so motivational 🤗! Safe travels to you and your mom ☺️.

[@carolynmills513]

I saw that too. Sometimes we forget something hiding in plain sight.

[@Scrappadeedooda]

@@carolynmills513 as my mom always says… “if it was a snake it would’ve bit you!” 😁

[@carolynmills513]

@@Scrappadeedooda mine too! Lol

[@nancysala7769]

Harvest Right says to defrost the freeze dryer EVERY load. Please follow manufacturers manual even though some like Becky say different. Its a very expensive machine, and you want to make sure you follow Harvest Right manual.

[@annlavertu5189]

Thanks for all of your knowledge. And I love the way you are all shouting out each other's channels. Tracy from DITL Nova Scotia talks about you alot

[@marsuarez131]

Hi, I love your videos, it helps me a lot with my anxiety, thanks you soo much, best wishes from Spain ☺️

[@xiinieais5401]

Becky, I am mesmerized everytime I watch your videos. You are a Godsend! TYSOM! 😊💖😊🎈

[@pamelacrowell2007]

Use an empty vinegar jug for the defrost line to your freeze dryer so you can use that stainless pot!

[@cherylkoenig5509]

That peach hot sauce looks soooo good! I wish I could taste it!

[@mariezafonte6473]

After watching you make all those stuffed peppers I made some too. But I always make Italian stuffed peppers, changed it up and made a mexico version with salsa and queso. They were delicious!

[@furmisl203]

I just watched your entire video, and nary a pepper has ever, nor will ever, cross my kitchen. LOL. Great video, as always!

[@scenteddragronflywithmichelle]

I always write things I've already done or know I'm absolutely going to do such as shower or walking the dog just so that I can check something off pretty much right away to give myself the motivation to keep going and finish my list I'm glad to know I'm not the only one who does that.

[@COWELLGIRL]

Love your videos Ms Becky !

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Hi Becky! I’m glad I was available to watch this video, I love your content! Hope you’re having fun at the conference. It will be fun to see when you’re home.

[@601salsa]

Maybe use those mylar bags to make home made MREs for a evacuation/ disaster kit for your family... enough meals for a week for 4 people or something using your freeze dryer. Every year swap them out with fresh. And if unused then your husband has a meal ready to go just add water if you are ever away from home.

[@imari2305]

I've never seen peach pepper hot sauce before. It looks so pretty the colors. And yes that's tomato sauce! I can't wait to see the recipes you use it for. I was thiking maybe some of those sweet and hot peppers you had leftover you can try to make your own paprika? Enjoy the Homesteaders Conference and safe travels for you and your mom.

[@SaltCreekFarmstead]

I feel you! So far this week I’ve put up 52 pints of applesauce, 23 pints of salsa, and a batch of dehydrated apple slices. I’ve done them all with my electric canner and for jars lids. It’s been so much easier than my traditional water bath canner, and all jars have sealed! Thanks for the recommendations! I still have more apples to dehydrate, more to sauce, and some to make into pie filling. The guys are up on an elk hunt, so I’m trying to get all the produce put up before we have an elk to process. There’s still tomatoes and green beans in the freezer to handle later, but they’re at least stable.

[@SaltCreekFarmstead]

Added another 24 pints of applesauce today, for a grand total of 76 pints of golden delicious applesauce. This needs to last the whole family 2 years. Hopefully it’s enough. My kids and grandson love my applesauce 🙂

[@nataliadelarosa6373]

My birthday is coming up in November and I’ll be getting an electric pressure canner! I ordered myself the The All New Ball Book Of Canning like you suggested too! I’m so excited to learn and get started! Thank you for the motivation and inspiration Becky!

[@s.english3727]

Hi, I really enjoy your channel.. You mentioned you are now using a well I’m also on a well system. I wanted to share this information with you.. “If you use well water, annual testing for water safety is important. If your report shows high levels of nitrate and/or nitrite, steps must be made to make the water safe. In home canning or in cooking, boiling the water will not remove nitrate or nitrite”. What kind of water is best for canning? Distilled water When it comes to canning fruits and vegetables the best type of water to use is distilled. Distilled water helps to keep the fruit and vegetables in shape as it aids in maintaining their colour and taste. I hope this helps.

[@Nesyaishere]

I think becky need to use that dehydrator more often, especially for drying chillies because it will make the oil come out. Chili flakes are perfect for soups. People add spices to make warm beverage but for food it needs more than just spices, especially in winter time, eating spicy food can really bring comfort.

[@robynclarke5274]

Watching you process all of the different peppers is encouraging me yo grow ore varieties, thanks.

[@marahymqz1687]

Yayyyy! Another vlog, just what my heart needed, how it's mamá and baby?

[@noramaegomez197]

Those tomatoes look Sooo good . My heart breaks seeing you put those gigantic tomatoes into that pot all I could think of was all the tomato sandwiches I could eat and fried green tomatoes . 😋😋😋😋 I can’t afford a freeze dryer so I am buying a hanging vegetable dryer for herbs mostly. You were such an encouragement I hope you know. Have a Awesome Time at the conference 🌱🌱🌱🌱Thank You 😊

[@StormWarningMom]

Great video! Flower hill farm fan here too🌸🏵

[@sandrawiebe9326]

I really love your videos Becky. I literally wait like everyday to see if you've got a new video 😁

[@sandrawiebe9326]

I am from Paraguay and we've been dealing with drought for the past 3 years so making a garden is like almost to literally impossible. And I happy for you that you had such a great harvest. 😊

[@paulineclarke5388]

Hope that you and your Mum have a great time at the conference ❤

[@coastalfarmhouse1820]

FYI - the Pioneer Woman’s recipe for jalapeño poppers is really good too. My fav.

[@mjust7884]

Oh you should have put that hot water in your sink... just another way to use the hot water to wash the stack of dishes. Love all the meal prep and preservation. You are an inspiration to me and I have started to do so much more. I did a lot when my kids were babies and growing up but haven't done much when I was working my full time job. Now that I'm retired I'm back to doing more homemade homesteading food prep and I'm loving it!!! Today was homemade granola and we love it!

[@territimmerman140]

Sometimes when I'm feeling overwhelmed with all I have to do I use reverse psychology on myself! So instead of writin "TO DO" list I keep a list of what I've done. This eliminates and guilt for what I've not been able to complete. I title it "TODAY I'VE DONE:" and have no expectation of a certain number of tasks thar are listed because I HAVE accomplished something!! This gives me a sense of accomplishment to see all that I've accomplished in a given day..

[@AcreHomestead]

love this!!

[@lizatrue7543]

Reminds me of my late mother and her bff who would say the same. Some days she said, "I got up and got dressed!" lol! Sometimes it's the little things.

[@debbiesears1282]

I’m 64 and failing health but used to do all I could to preserve everything coming from a family of eight people and my husband from family of ten and learned more and more every day to save money. Always luv cooking and new recipes and was a cook at a local bar/restaurant on the shipping channel and super busy for 20 years and just love looking at all the newer and simplicity that you do . Luv you and josh and families and friends. You are awesome 😎 how are you feeling and hopefully you can decide on any updates that you are willing to share thanks 🙏 ❤️😍

[@MaryDavidson911]

I hate hearing about peoples failing health. Please consider watching “forks over knives”. It’s a food health documentary.

[@painiacs83]

Bless you.

[@juliabrown5948]

Ooh Becky those egg bites look great. Tip for the muffin liners, silicone cupcake liners will change your life. You can use them straight on a cookie sheet or inside a muffin pan. So easy, non stick and reusable!! Great for so many things other than just cupcakes too! Freezing small amounts of liquid, making mini cheesecakes, mini meatloaf... They come in many shapes and sizes too.

[@topherjoe1]

I love mine too.

[@ritamaldonado2332]

I so enjoy all your videos. Thank you so much.

[@susannepope6197]

I also used Nicole’s jalapeño recipe. They turned out fabulous! I may not have enough to last me a year , but it has changed my pepper harvesting plans.

[@jrobison1454]

I didn't catch that KZbin video Becky referenced. Can you share who she was mentioning?

[@angels485]

Its Flower Hill Farm, here's the link! m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKuuZomGl9mBhJY

[@samanthaw1419]

@@jrobison1454 Flower Hill farm.

[@tamararobinson2069]

@@jrobison1454 flower hill farm New York Nicole

[@jrobison1454]

@@samanthaw1419 thank you!

[@megan1869]

This video is just what the doctor ordered for me today ❤😊 thanks for always being the friend I need when I’m feeling a little low.

[@laurenandreas5950]

My 10 tray SS Excalibur dehydrator is a dust collector now that I have the Large 5 tray Freeze Dryer! The only things I can think to use it for is fruit leathers/roll ups & jerkey! That’s it, the FDer is so much better. I know the older ones had problems but these ones today are fabulous! My hubby wanted to stop me from buying pre-packaged Freeze Dried food and the only way was to order one! Canning is ‘Old School’ for most produce. It destroys so many nutrients! I FD individual items and vacuum seal in jars or Mylar bags depending on how long I want to keep them. Great for Preparedness if you have a large harvest or purchase. Good Job Ms. Becky! ❤️

[@donnakenny9345]

I bought a big electric roasting pan at a yard sale today because of you! I had never considered using one until I saw you and your Mom at work. Now, all I need is to get a plump chicken to give it a try.

[@debbiesummers7979]

Since meeting you Becky, I've bought a vacuum sealer and a dehydrator 🙂 Am planting a garden this yr once weather warms up. And I made pastry for the first time. It was delicious..the quiche was amazing. Thankyou for inspiring me. Next I'll be canning !! 💕

[@margaret8056]

Hi Becky Enjoy your Break Margaret Lynch SOUTHERN IRELAND 🇮🇪

[@manonvanleijen4605]

Just rewatched your 22 freezer meals after receiving your email. Followed by a notification of a new video 🎉🎉 I guess it‘s a Becky evening here in Hungary, not complaining at all. Thank you friend 🥰

[@dianehenderson3205]

Wait! Which vacuums/floor cleaning products did Josh purchase? I am in the market for some better solutions to the carpet cleaning /floor cleaning in my crappy apartment. Please, please tell me what he bought and why he loves the stuff. Still wait impatiently for all your videos. Love them!

[@corrineostman7965]

You are incredible. Inspire me every video. Thank you!

[@rhyaangwin7756]

Watching your videos is like hearing a beautiful melody, its mesmerizing, you are so energetic, organized and so informational!! I'm new to your channel but I have been binge watching.. happy I found you, thank you so much!! Blessings!

[@grolla_the_barb]

I'm glad you enjoyed your emulsifier! I love watching you cook and prepare all your produce! Love always, Jacalyn!

[@user-vl4iu6ps3s]

Awesome video, thank you. I’m anxious for you to try the peach hot sauce.

[@rosieviera7055]

I’m obsessed with your channel so glad I found you. I love watching your massive cooking videos. I love when you cook with you a mom as well. Just a great channel to get recipe inspiration and food preservation ideas from.

[@jocelyncalvillo9354]

I hope you are having an amazing day! This weeks videos have been absolutely perfect! Gracias!! ❤