Nice Cans!!!

There are 3 things about canning I love:

1. Preparing them. It reminds me of my Granny, Marie Clouthier and my Nan, Esma Wilson. They gave me my love of cooking. Every time I jar up fruits, veggies or jam, it makes me feel like they're looking over my shoulder.
2. Eating them. There is something miraculous that happens when you pack food in jars. I don't have any valid explanation for it, beyond simply that it does.
3. Taking their picture. I know it sounds funny, but I love taking pictures of the food I can. The way the light bounces off the shiny lids and bright colours just makes me happy.

My Nan, Esma Wilson

My Granny, Marie Clouthier

Brandied Sour Cherries

Yellow Plums

Peaches and Green Tomato Relish

Lots to enjoy, though my fave was the grape jelly!

Giardinera and Pickled Radishes from the Summit garden

Carrot and Radish Pickle

Blood Orange Marmalade

Raspberry Jam and its aftermath

Love the seeds in the Raspberry Jam

Such a deep dark colour on the Blueberry Jam

All my jams, except the Strawberry.

Sweet Corn Relish

Some seriously hot Pickled Habanero Rings

Curried Pickled Cauliflower

Jalapeno Jam

Apple Butter, Dilled Carrots and Pickled Beets and Onions