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PreservingSweetness
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Приєднався 6 гру 2018
The goal of this channel is to share a lifetime of knowledge in cooking, gardening, and just surviving life in general. Thanks for stoppin' by!
Merry Christmas, and Can I Feed My Cows Butter Bean Shells
This video is a short reminder that butter bean shells or hulls can be composted but cannot be used as a treat for your cows. The sharp projection on one end of the hull makes them potentially dangerous as it could damage the lining of a cow's digestive system.
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Twelve Tips to Make The Holiday Meal Easier to Prepare
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Here are several options for preparing at least part of a holiday meal in advance to make the day of the event less stressful and much more enjoyable: 1. Prepare the turkey for roasting the day before. 2. Cook the turkey early so you have a couple of hours to finish baking casseroles, pies, and bread. 3. Make mashed potatoes the day before and store them in a microwavable dish for heating. 4. M...
This Is How To Shell Fresh Butter Beans
Переглядів 9021 день тому
I just picked the last butter beans from my garden. Tonight's forecast calls for freezing temperatures, and I didn't want to lose them. This video demonstrates the easiest method for shelling fresh butter beans.
Oven Drying Peppers
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This video shows you the easy steps to drying peppers in an oven.
Perfect Sugar Cookies
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This is my favorite and easiest sugar cookie recipe. For the full recipe, please go to preservingsweetness.com/how-to-make-perfect-sugar-cookies/.
Can Recipes Be Doubled
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In this video, I share information about doubling recipes and the items that need to be adjusted to successfully double some recipes. Those items include: 1. Leavenings 2. Seasonings and spices 3. Equipment (bowls, pots, pans) 4. Cooking time For more information on this topic, please see my article at: preservingsweetness.com/doubling-recipes-a-comprehensive-guide/
Squash Cooked Down Low
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This is one of my family's favorite squash recipes, and it has been for many years. It is very simple yet has an amazing flavor. Recipe Ingredients: 5-6 medium summer squash (yellow squash or zucchini work well) 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance flavors) Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter Directions: 1. Wash the squash and slice it int...
Sausage Gravy and Biscuits From Scratch
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This is my go-to recipe for making homemade sausage gravy. It's quick and easy with just a few ingredients.
Mango Bread: A Sweet and Tropical Treat
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This recipe makes a moist and flavorful mango bread that is sure to please. For the full recipe, see my article at: preservingsweetness.com/mango-bread-a-sweet-tropical-treat/.
Why Cornbread Should Be Cooked in Cast Iron
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This video explains why Southern cooks use cast iron to make cornbread. Love that crispy, crunchy cornbread crust! For more information on cooking cornbread in cast iron, see my article: preservingsweetness.com/why-you-have-to-cook-cornbread-in-a-cast-iron-skillet/
Planting Potatoes in Bags
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This video highlights my recent research project, during which I investigated the likelihood of successfully growing potatoes in bags rather than the traditional method of growing them in the ground. I enjoyed the project even though the yield was disappointing.
Why Exact Measuring is Important in Cooking and Baking
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This video explains the most important reasons exact measuring is necessary in cooking and baking. The primary reason is to prevent waste: the waste of time for you, the cook, and the waste of ingredients, which can be expensive.
White Mountain Frosting Like Mama Used to Make
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This video shows the way my mother always made her White Mountain Frosting with only 4 ingredients: eggs, sugar, water, and vanilla extract. For the full recipe, see my recent article: preservingsweetness.com/white-mountain-frosting-like-mama-used-to-make/.
Three Best Sources for Canning Information
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In this video, I share my favorite sources for the best and most current canning and other food preservation information. They are: (1) nchfp.uga.edu/resources/category/usda-guide; (2) nchfp.uga.edu/; and (3) www.nifa.usda.gov/land-grant-colleges-and-universities-partner-website-directory. For more detailed information, see my article at preservingsweetness.com/the-3-best-sources-for-informatio...
Can Seeds Be Saved From Rotten Tomatoes
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After being gifted some delicious tomatoes from back home, I couldn't stand to have any go to waste, so the two that became overripe before I could eat them were salvaged by collecting the seeds for next year's garden. This is a relatively simple process, but it is so worthwhile.
Take Your Homemade Pizza to the Next Level
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Take Your Homemade Pizza to the Next Level
Unlocking the Potential of Your Vegetable Garden Space
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Unlocking the Potential of Your Vegetable Garden Space
Irresistible Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
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Irresistible Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
Tips For Cooking Grits & Thanks For 5,000 Subscribers
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Tips For Cooking Grits & Thanks For 5,000 Subscribers
How To Prepare Seed Potatoes For Planting
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How To Prepare Seed Potatoes For Planting
Can You Plant Store Bought Potatoes That Have Sprouted
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Can You Plant Store Bought Potatoes That Have Sprouted
Absolutely love her. She does it the right way. Tried it and it was perfect. Many thanks.
Great video. Waste not, want not.
Thanks, Joe! My sentiments exactly. Don't throw anything away that can be used or recycled in some way.
Watched this a bit late but I'll save it for New Year's!
I know, Tim. I got this posted a little late. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! Thanks for the tips!
Merry Christmas, knothead35!
Great tips! Thanks!
Thanks, Joe! Merry Christmas!
Thanks so much for the advice! And oh my , your nails are gorgeous ☺️ 💅🏼
Thanks, Robyn!
That's a really neat effect with the threading. I've never seen it before 😊 Also, thank you for sharing the technique of reducing the temperature of the divinity before you spoon it onto the waxed paper.
Thanks, Daveomabegin!
Thank you for this. My grandma used to make divinity, and I miss her so i am gonna try to make some for my kids.
That is wonderful in so many ways. It bothers me that many of the old foods and traditions are dying out, and children these days are missing out on a lot of things. So, bless you for doing this, and I'd love to hear your kids' reactions. Merry Christmas!
Thanks! This is the best explanation and with the ratio to sugar. I hope this works for me - I’m not making jam or jelly… I’m making jello at home with zero sugar gelatin but not sure if it’s gonna work out . I’m gonna try some maple syrup.
Sounds good! Hope it turns out just right for you.
Thank you for this!
Thanks for watching my videos!
Thank you so much just what I needed to know! God bless you
Thank you, Elijah! And God bless you! I appreciate the comment.
Remember to ALWAYS use a wooden spoon. Never plastic or metal when making fudge.
Don't make candy when it's raining.
You are so right!
Thank you! This is the recipe i was trying to find.
Thanks, Huey!
@PreservingSweetness I made 2 batches last night and it's delicious.
@@Huey_Freeman357 Great! I haven't made any this year, but I need to make a batch before the holidays are over. Glad yours turned out good.
You sound Excatley like my Meemaw too, my meemaw has a very southern accent.
Hey, Joell! Thanks for the comment.
One thing I would like to know is how do you prevent it from burning on the bottom while not stirring as it is boiling up to 234 degrees? 🤔 My first ever batch was so burnt on the bottom that I had to get a screw driver to chip the burnt stuff off the bottom of the pan. I was a complete DISASTER! 😂
The trick is to use a heavy bottomed pot.
@PreservingSweetness Thanks! I knew that I must use a heavy pot. The only heavy pot I have is my Salad Master pots.... which are pretty heavy. I did see one person use a trick of putting the pot inside a cast iron frying pan to help distribute the heat better. I will try that. Also, I kept turning the heat up wondering why I couldn't get it up to 234 degrees faster...lol...after more research I realized that I just have to wait till the mixture developed and it will get to 234 when it is ready. Thanks much! ❤️
@@TROTS1 Hey! I have Salad Master pots that I bought in 1965. But I usually don't use the Salad Master for fudge, I actually use an aluminum pot which is pretty heavy and I haven't had a problem with the fudge burning. I do, however, while it's boiling and not supposed to be stirred, just run a spoon over the bottom occasionally to make sure it's not sticking and burning. I've also used a pot inside an iron skillet, but I add water to the skillet and use it like a makeshift double boiler. Good luck with the fudge!
Thank you so much for this incredible recipe!
You're welcome! I appreciate the comment.
? Is that 3 eggs In the pudding just yokes, or the whole egg. I asked because you used yokes in the topping
Yes. I used 3 egg yolks in the pudding and 3 whites in the topping. I'm sorry I didn't make that clear. I appreciate your bringing it to my attention.
Mam, I hate to interrupt your video, but. That wood curtain behind you was movin all about in a creepy manor. Just sayin...
Hey, Lorantheon986! Oops! I didn't realize it was moving. That video was made in my mother's apartment and it didn't have a door to the kitchen. It just had one of those folding doors like they use in RV's. When I first started making the videos, I was helping take care of my sister during an illness. So, for a little privacy to record, I used my mother's old apartment which hadn't been inhabited in about 10 years and was not in great shape.
Used to make it at least once a week, my neighbor , years ago, could not make it even with the recipe on the back of the Hershey cocoa can. That is the best fudge I’ve ever eaten!!!! I have a can from many years ago with the original recipe on the back. I always added either pecans, which the recipe calls for or walnuts which i love very much.
Hey, Carolyn! This is my favorite fudge recipe also, and I always put nuts in mine. Thanks for the comment!
The spoon says it all. 👍❤️
Thanks, James!
Have failed every year I try. Trying again following this wish me luck!
Glad you keep trying, Jessica. I've messed up many a batch myself. Good luck!
Thank you! I was wondering how to do it without a candy thermometer. I appreciate you
Thanks, Christa! Glad I could help.
What kind of tea bags and any brand preference?
Hi Anne, I’ll have to try this for my 9 year old. All he likes to eat is bread and mango. If you need anything get in touch! This is Frank your life insurance agent. I love you and am glad to see you’re posting videos!!!
I adore you! Thank you for making these!! It is like listening to my grandma, who I miss dearly. Maybe there is hope for the next generation to be blessed by valuable lessons with you making these. I am so glad to have found your channel.
Thank you, Sherri! Your comment describes the reason my sons wanted me to make the videos, and you have made my day!
Thumbs up.
Thanks, Someone Else!
I remember many days of shelling butter beans and peas. I love the way it sounded with the beans hitting the inside of my aluminum bowl.
Hey, Knothead35! I love that sound too. Good to hear from you!
Clever! Thank you
Thank you for this video .
You're welcome!
Yes! Finally someone to just answer my question! Thank you sooooo much for the short straight to the point video and the quick recap at the end! 👏👏
Thanks, T White!
Will hot chocolate work?
You could substitute hot chocolate mix for Hershey's Cocoa, but the taste wouldn't be the same. Also, hot chocolate mix usually contains sugar, so you will be adding extra sugar into the mix. Thanks for the question.
I never saw anyone make chocolate pie in a skillet. Why not a pan?
Thank you for posting this recipe! Our parish has a Christmas fair and the older gentleman that faithfully has made this is now too ill to do it. His fudge recipe has come down to me but there were SO many ladies asking for divinity candy. Bless you ma’am and bless your mother for teaching you. ❤
Thank you so much, Marissa!
I love your southern accent and pie.Just like my mother in law . I miss her so much ❤
Thanks so much, Asianredneckwoman!
I love that you wiped the homemade vanilla jar off and that you mentioned humidity. These seeming small details are so important. ❤
Thanks, Cam!
Thank you so much for sharing ❤
Thanks, KC!
Can anyone recommend what's the best tea to use please? I'm assuming British tea is way different from American tea.
Thanks for this info 🎉
You're welcome!
Very helpful!!!
Thanks, Jay!
I do cut the bigger ones stems.
Yes, the bigger ones are often tough.
I use scissors to cut the tops of. They grow back.
I DONT LIKE THAT NOT ONE TIME DOD U SHOW THE PAN WHILE MAKING NOR WHEN STIRRING. JUST THE FINISHED PRODUCT 😢
I take it that my video has completely ticked you off, but at that time I was just learning how to make videos, but I was trying.
AND....... SUGAR IS POWDER SUGAR... ALL THE SAME, LADY
Thank you, but there is definitely a difference between granulated sugar and powdered sugar.
LADY!!! HALF & HALF IS NOTHING OMG NOTHING LIKE HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM
I'm aware that half & half has about half the milk fat of heavy whipping cream.
Is the flour all purpose or self-rising?
You can use either kind. I've used both and there is no obvious difference.
@@PreservingSweetness Thank you!!
When you’re spooning the fudge into the pan, use a buttered spoon or spatula, it’s much easier.
Thanks! That's an excellent tip.
How long does it take for the potatoes to be ready to harvest from the time you plant them?
Hey, It's Only Me! It depends on the variety, but it averages 80 to 100 days.
@PreservingSweetness thank you!
I have to tell you I’ve been trying to find this recipe for years! A babysitter of mine used to make this when I was little and this is such a favorite of ours!!!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ONLY THE BEST OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE PIE RECIPE LITERALLY IN THE WHOLE WOrlD‼️ SHE IS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME ‼️👍
Thank you so much, Ted!