Preserving food is more than an art; it is a science.
Freezing is the preservation method that best preserves nutrients, flavors and colors.
Viewing will be available at the Marshall County Office. If you prefer to watch at home, sign up to receive the Zoom link here: tiny.utk.edu/2023EE
July 27th @ 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Topic: Long Term Food Storage: Dr Carla Schwan, Director of National Center for Home Food Preservation and Food Safety Extension Specialist University of Georgia
August 17th @ 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Topic: Curing Meats: Dr. Chad Carr, Professor and State Extension Meat Specialist University of Florida
From collard greens to sweet potatoes, find nutrition information, how to select, store and prepare recipes for a variety of popular fruits and vegetables.
Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing
A pressure canner is necessary for canning low-acid vegetables, meats, fish and poultry. There are two types of pressure canners: dial gauge and weighted gauge. Dial gauges on pressure canners should be tested annually for accuracy before use.
Gauges that read high cause under-processing and may result in unsafe food. Low readings cause over-processing. Pressure adjustments can be made if the gauge reads up to 2 pounds high or low. Gauges that differ by more than 2 pounds should be replaced.
Testing is free and takes only a few minutes. Schedule your appointment with UT Extension Marshall County below or contact 931-359-1929. Bring the lid and gauge to your canner with you.
Terri Orr, Extension Agent
Family and Consumer Sciences