Canning Green Beans that ‘STAY GREEN!!!’

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    CANNING GREEN BEANS:
    Stuff quarts full of washed and cut green beans ( we take off the stem end but leave the other one)
    Add:
    50-100 mg Zinc
    1/2 to 1 TSP salt ( I use mineral salt)
    fill jars with water up to the 'neck' of the jar, or 1" head space.
    Pressure can for 20 minutes at 10lbs of pressure!

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  • @tollytucker2348
    @tollytucker2348 Рік тому +188

    Thank you for sharing - my grandfather always said “if you have one boy, you have good help. If you have two boys, you have half the help and if you have three boys you have no help”. Hahaha! I laughed when I saw three boys standing around eating the beans and it reminded me of this saying.

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Рік тому +24

      This is so true and my grandma would say it too.

    • @sheilaheiter8428
      @sheilaheiter8428 Рік тому +16

      Oh, so somewhat true! I have 3 boys and they are great workers. When they are all in the mix it's more like a circus! Cheers all to the workers and fun makers!

    • @CopperIslandHomestead
      @CopperIslandHomestead Рік тому +6

      😂

    • @02271953me
      @02271953me Рік тому +5

      Your grandfather was so right! I had 4 boys in less than 5 years. (No, I wasn't trying for a girl).😅 We sure kept things hopping at our house. ❤

    • @lmd2454
      @lmd2454 11 місяців тому +4

      Lol well now it makes sense why my boys were never much help when they were all together 😂 Now that they nearly grown it’s getting a bit better 😉

  • @maryburt3114
    @maryburt3114 3 місяці тому +11

    I am 81 years young and have canned food all my life. I have to say I have learned more from watching you than I can believe.

  • @esthergriffin414
    @esthergriffin414 Рік тому +102

    Please don't sell yourself short honey. You make really great videos. I love following your family and the relationship you have with your kids. It is so nice to see parents actually teaching their kids the daily chores that they will eventually need to survive in this world. Keep doing what you are doing, and may God Bless you and your family.

    • @blessedbeyondmeasure318
      @blessedbeyondmeasure318 Рік тому +4

      I agree! These kinds of lessons/knowledge seems lost these days. So glad to see you passing it on to your children.

    • @stephaniez2
      @stephaniez2 8 місяців тому +1

      👋 Hello ! Thank you for sharing. Can you use zinc tablets with other vegetables?

  • @fireball1518
    @fireball1518 2 місяці тому +12

    The problem of today's society is that parents have stopped teaching their children how to think for themselves, be responsible, and be respectful. I personally think this makes you the most intelligent person in the room! That's why they're coming after us!! Keep up the good fight, sister!! GOD LOVES A WORKING MAN AND A NURTURING WOMAN!!

    • @crystalmichaud3716
      @crystalmichaud3716 2 місяці тому

      Problem is, my son I try to ask him to think for himself, but school isn't doing critical thinking and when I try at home, he doesn't have a thought in his head. But it might be that he's 13. No 13 year old boy has a good thought in their heads.

  • @cinnelson2454
    @cinnelson2454 Рік тому +61

    I have watched other youtubers but i always come back to your videos because of YOU. Your voice is so calm and your smile is so lovely that no one compares. I have watched almost all of your videos since I came across you a week ago. Your children are charming. I love the way you film your amazing farm. I feel like I am apart of your wonderful work.

  • @user-uz8sn1qv8y
    @user-uz8sn1qv8y 7 місяців тому +15

    we love you for what you ARE and how you present yourself!! we are tired of 'professional' and 'hypie' videos! you are so REAL and down to earth, your loving family, your practical suggestions. your faith (without forcing it!) you are a breath of fresh air! THANK YOU

    • @Bookworm4420
      @Bookworm4420 25 днів тому

      Oh amen to this❤❤❤❤❤

  • @christineelsey3104
    @christineelsey3104 11 місяців тому +10

    Oh my dear.. as a person now in my 60s.. with great grandparents who were horse & buggy Mennonites (my grandparents were more progressive, then each generation after has become more secular. I know my generation who are still alive appreciate the Mennonite culture very much. The food especially.. lol.. 😊)
    I love watching your lives.. very much reminds me of my own childhood..
    Oh my.. did we very learn Very Important lessons about life, where food comes from & the human effort to grow that food.. many other lessons too..
    I love the true reality of your videos ❤😊
    Nothing gimicky but as a family really functions.. and I think you are doing an incredible job of giving your children a good grounding for when they become adults.. especially in this day & times..
    God bless your family..
    & thanks for sharing... 😊

  • @marthamyers1539
    @marthamyers1539 8 днів тому +3

    Thank you. I did not know about the zinc. Don’t let anyone tell you that you do not “sound educated”. I am a Home Economics major and you immediately taught me something. I would rather learn from you than some of the You Tubers who think they know everything when it is so obvious they know nothing. Do what you are doing and feel GOOD about it and yourself. Thank you again.
    😊😊😊

  • @bonniebartlow5631
    @bonniebartlow5631 10 місяців тому +23

    Thanks for telling us about the zinc. This will help so many families with the appearance of their green beans. We all enjoy watching your family work together.
    God bless your family and your animals

  • @kelcritcarroll
    @kelcritcarroll 8 місяців тому +9

    I did the zinc tabs and you are right! The color is bright green compared to my other beans! This is spectacular!

  • @estebanmiguel6019
    @estebanmiguel6019 11 днів тому +1

    What a beautiful country we’d have if every parent raised/taught their kids like y’all do. I was raised like this but unfortunately we didn’t raise my kids this way

  • @YT4Me57
    @YT4Me57 10 місяців тому +8

    Your boys ate a full meal of green beans during the process. I laughed seeing the puffed out cheeks stuffed with the string beans as they were stuffing the jars! 😂 When I was a girl, my mom used to sit me outside at the picnic table on a nice day to snap the beans for dinner. It always seemed like a mountain I would never be able to conquer. Unfortunately I didn't have a couple of siblings to help me. Everytime I buy string beans now, I think about those days. I'd gladly snap beans for her now. ❤ Thanks for sharing the technique for keeping canned beans green and triggering good memories. 😊😊

  • @TheUniverseWorksForUsBeings
    @TheUniverseWorksForUsBeings 10 місяців тому +5

    Glen parked up as soon as you held up the kale asking if that's what he wanted. You are a beautiful human being, all kids should be growing up like this. Too many distractions in the world today. Bless your family, and God bless you. I hope this comment finds your family well.❤🤍💙 🚜 ☀

  • @mairzydotes3548
    @mairzydotes3548 Рік тому +10

    Do not underestimate your content. I think some of the photography of your homestead is stunning. And you content is real. Love it!

  • @marilyncausey9348
    @marilyncausey9348 Рік тому +23

    I got so tickled watching the boys "help." I said Ruth has to grow lots of beans just so some will make it to the canner! 😂 Thanks for explaining your method with zinc! The opening scenes in the garden were gorgeous!

  • @garyhancock5452
    @garyhancock5452 26 днів тому +2

    Love your channel and context
    Just started watching I’m a canner too grew up canning with my mom. I’m 66 years old and still learning new techniques about canning. I’m going to try the zink in my green beans the next time I’m canning them.
    You’re blessed with lots of knowledge thank you for sharing and giving back to help people who want to learn more about whatever you have to share.

  • @susanmyer1
    @susanmyer1 8 місяців тому +6

    I have been binge watching since I found your channel. I love that all the kids are involved in the process. It’s great that kids understand where food comes from and how to preserve it.

    • @hazelbrungard1623
      @hazelbrungard1623 8 місяців тому

      I agree Ruthanne, your channel is great. Love to watch Harrison as he wants and needs your attention.
      😊😅😂❤

  • @blueheronhill
    @blueheronhill 9 місяців тому +3

    The only reason I don’t can green beans is the color. Now I can can them up and freeing up freezer space will be so great! Thanks for starting this great tip.

  • @BrendaBodwin
    @BrendaBodwin 8 місяців тому +8

    We've been adding zinc to our green beans and pickles forever. In the old days, they put a zinc penny in the jars. A few years after they started making zinc vitamins, we started adding a zinc tablet to each jar. It makes the color great, but also keeps them a crisper.

    • @lms3847
      @lms3847 7 місяців тому

      Hi, I processed 8 pints of green bean last night and I accidentally put zinc capsule. It was what I had on hand. Is that going to mess anything up?

    • @BrendaBodwin
      @BrendaBodwin 7 місяців тому +1

      @@lms3847 I dont think so. I've never used a capsule, but I can't see how it could mess anything up. In the future though, open the capsules up, and dump the powder in. No need having that bit of gelatin in there.

    • @lms3847
      @lms3847 7 місяців тому

      @@BrendaBodwin Oh my thank you ! Didn't even think of that 🤦‍♀️

    • @smas3256
      @smas3256 7 місяців тому

      @@BrendaBodwin Silica is a drying agent inside capsules. Table salt has anticlumping chem in it. IDK if anticlumping agents and silica would be a problem in pressure canning. Time will tell. If it smells good should be okay.

    • @BrendaBodwin
      @BrendaBodwin 7 місяців тому +1

      @@smas3256 As I said, Ive been doing it for years. 35 years to be exact. Who said capsule? I said, tablet. Zinc tablet. No silica. Salt, not chemical compounds that taste salty. I only use sea salt.

  • @deepocean3603
    @deepocean3603 Рік тому +10

    We love Homesteading with the Zimmerman’s… the quality of footage, editing style and commentary is special on so many levels. Thank you for taking the time to share all you do.

  • @stoprunning3609
    @stoprunning3609 3 місяці тому +2

    God Bless you - I have discovered your channel and the most humblest person that you are. How wonderful that we have been blessed with someone as sweet as you to show us what my Father and Mother tried to teach us. "Live Simply to Simply Live" was there lifetime motto. Thank you for your channel. I have now been following you videos, canning and preserving for over 1 year and what a pleasure I have received for successfully achieving great results from following you. I am not very comfortable pressure canning but your water baths are what I follow. Maybe I will one day venture further.
    Thank you. Many blessings and love.

  • @gruzincklebell3404
    @gruzincklebell3404 19 днів тому

    It amazes me how much knowledge the Mennonite people have, I love learning from them, always very great information that I trust. Thank you for sharing.

  • @susan-almosta_farm8823
    @susan-almosta_farm8823 Рік тому +14

    Oh my goodness what a difference the zinc made. WOW! I'll be doing this next year for sure. Thank you!!

  • @geg3758
    @geg3758 2 дні тому

    Your a superstar & wonderful role model to your kids
    Love seeing all the kids, helping to food from the garden & ready to can xx

  • @tammyr2966
    @tammyr2966 Рік тому +19

    So nice to learn something new! I never knew zinc made the green beans brighter! Plus it’s good for you! Definitely going to add this next time I can green beans! Love your outdoor kitchen setup!

  • @lauradavis1633
    @lauradavis1633 10 місяців тому +6

    I just LOVE your channel! You are such a pleasant lady and a very good teacher. You get to the point and have a lot of great information that you share. I follow quite a few homesteading channels and you are one of my very favorites! I would watch you do anything, it's all great content.

  • @annkorchnak5570
    @annkorchnak5570 Рік тому +21

    I love your channel! You do a great job editing, but even if you didn’t I would watch you. You have a beautiful farm and your videos are so peaceful and calm, and you do a great job teaching how to do things. I’ve been canning for over 30 years, but I still learn things now and then that I didn’t know, and today was one of those days.

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Рік тому +4

      Well thank you for these words!!!! They are encouraging

    • @Flippin_Crazy
      @Flippin_Crazy Рік тому +2

      Ditto. Me too! I’m excited to try this!

  • @louiseestabrooks6797
    @louiseestabrooks6797 Місяць тому

    You are great . The kids are sweet and so polite . They are learning from the best .

  • @pamsunstrom2554
    @pamsunstrom2554 11 місяців тому +8

    Your videos are so refreshing and wholesome. I raised my daughter like you raise your kids and to this day she is smart, strong work ethic and very respectful to people. Kudos! Now about the zinc being added to your beans....GAME CHANGER! I'm telling everyone I know and they are as ecstatic as I am! Thanks you for providing such great content!

  • @ritamccartt-kordon283
    @ritamccartt-kordon283 10 місяців тому +1

    Our Mother had 7 Children in 8 years. Six years later I was born. The first 5 were Boys and the last 3 were girls. I was 6 years younger than my nearest Sister. I never really felt like one of them. It was okay I had pigs, dogs and Chickens as playmates! I'm still an animal lover. This was a great video. Our Mother raised us working along side of her. Our Father died when I was 10 months old. Our Mother raised us by herself.
    Have you ever tried Leather Britches? So good!
    GOD bless

  • @renestewart604
    @renestewart604 11 місяців тому +2

    Don’t ever put yourself down. Your channel is amazing and I love it.

  • @barbaradiane9125
    @barbaradiane9125 10 місяців тому +1

    You are a Beautiful person inside and out and I enjoy your videos so much! I am 60 yr.s old and still learning. Thank you for shearing your Knowledge

  • @Beecozz7
    @Beecozz7 Рік тому +6

    I choose to spend my viewing time with real people, not professionals! I love your family! TY for your lovely videos, I love seeing the laundry swaying in the breeze!

    • @Ruthannzimm
      @Ruthannzimm  Рік тому +1

      😍😍😍 laundry on the line brings me a feeling of peacefulness too

    • @ssmy5701
      @ssmy5701 Рік тому +1

      I loved seeing the laundry hanging out on the linef but my neighborhood doesn't allow clothes lines period. Wish I lived in the country somewhere.

  • @barbaranielsen2888
    @barbaranielsen2888 3 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for telling me about zinc

  • @TheMichi2377
    @TheMichi2377 13 днів тому +2

    I'm definitely going to try the zinc tip this year

  • @cheryllamb8831
    @cheryllamb8831 Місяць тому

    I am a new subscriber and have been binge watching your videos. You have a kind personality, beautiful smile, a family you are teaching work ethics and still allowing play. I really enjoy your videos! Thank you so much. Bless you

  • @dorisglass42
    @dorisglass42 Рік тому +1

    Oh my Ruthann..I love your easy style with the camera….since I found u I go to u first!,

  • @DebWHNP
    @DebWHNP Місяць тому

    I love your videos! You always seem to show up with your authentic self. I appreciate you sharing your wisdom, garden and family with us so often!

  • @shelleybaty5153
    @shelleybaty5153 Місяць тому

    Watching this reminds me of when I was a kid, preserving with my Peralta and family, I'm the youngest of 13 siblings, and at 57 starting to share with my adult kids the joy of making you own food. Thanks and looking forward to your next video. Shalom

  • @Ladythyme
    @Ladythyme 8 місяців тому +1

    I make pickled green beans every year but have never canned plain green beans precisely due to the discoloration. Thanks for the zinc tip…this will be so helpful

  • @ruthdambrosio622
    @ruthdambrosio622 Рік тому +1

    Just saw your video on water canning Tomato Sauce. I t brought back so many memories of my family's much younger days. My father brought a 55 gallon metal drum. He cut it into 2. in one half he cut out a nice size hole about three thirds up. Followed by cutting rebar black steal. Then in the other half he set on top and filled it about half way with water making sure the water would be over the top of the jars. He started a fire in the bottom. Mother had 50 are so can jars full of green beans to can. Dad toke 24 bottoms, put them in the warming water. once the water started to bowl he keep the water bowling for 3 hours. Let it set over night to cool. Never again did they have problems of not sealing jars . Mom always said it was her bowling the leads right before use. I think it was a little of bother. the some of ever thing were used until recently. God be With.

  • @DanielleThomas-xk8ox
    @DanielleThomas-xk8ox 15 днів тому

    this is awesome! i remember doing the same process with my great grandma and my grandma every summer.

  • @gilbertarzner
    @gilbertarzner 4 дні тому

    I will be adding the zinc this year and growing more GREEN beans for canning. Thanks so much.

  • @xglsc6465
    @xglsc6465 7 місяців тому +1

    Those KIDS! How BLESSED you are.

  • @fionmor4893
    @fionmor4893 11 місяців тому

    OMG thank you so much for this video!

  • @pinkpandas4ever130
    @pinkpandas4ever130 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing such a valuable tip!!

  • @silvergurl6762
    @silvergurl6762 Рік тому

    I just found your channel and I just love it!!!

  • @kimberlyrice165
    @kimberlyrice165 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for the Zinc tip!Love you videos!

  • @angelacooper4043
    @angelacooper4043 17 днів тому

    Y’all are amazing ! ❤❤❤

  • @bertieyearout2690
    @bertieyearout2690 Рік тому

    Wow, I learned something new today! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @lindabucek8467
    @lindabucek8467 Рік тому

    Thank you for the advice about the zinc.

  • @juanitadafler7233
    @juanitadafler7233 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the tip! Next year I'll be adding some to my jars!

  • @wendabartholomai5650
    @wendabartholomai5650 8 місяців тому

    I really enjoy all of your video’s. Thank you for sharing!

  • @hillarywattenbarger3203
    @hillarywattenbarger3203 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing all your wonderful knowledge! My kids will be so thankful!!🤣

  • @kathleenebsen2659
    @kathleenebsen2659 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so very much! I appreciate that you take the time to teach us.

  • @rebeccawatson9284
    @rebeccawatson9284 8 місяців тому

    You're a great teacher! ❤

  • @dianafurney5820
    @dianafurney5820 Місяць тому

    I love your channel. I learn so much from you. 💕

  • @teresawheat8966
    @teresawheat8966 10 місяців тому

    Love watching the family working together

  • @carolbailey2289
    @carolbailey2289 17 днів тому

    Thank you for the zinc tip! 🌹

  • @patriciabliesner9794
    @patriciabliesner9794 3 місяці тому

    You are amazing! Thank you!

  • @pathoward5721
    @pathoward5721 Рік тому

    Thanks this was very helpful! You are a great teacher 👩‍🏫

  • @EverydayWonder
    @EverydayWonder Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing! I wish I would have known this a few weeks ago, but so excited to use this too next time around!

  • @jozeedz9549
    @jozeedz9549 10 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for the green bean canning vid. TY & God bless yally❤️

  • @lindahernandez8693
    @lindahernandez8693 Рік тому

    Such wonderful information. Thank you!

  • @sharonmartin2322
    @sharonmartin2322 2 місяці тому

    You do a wonderful job for us!!

  • @NancyDavis-pc6oo
    @NancyDavis-pc6oo 4 місяці тому

    I love your videos and seeing all you and your family do♡♡ thank you

  • @christinefairchild1248
    @christinefairchild1248 10 місяців тому

    I thank you. Your channel is a Joy to follow

  • @claudinepotvin-giordano1154
    @claudinepotvin-giordano1154 11 місяців тому

    Your energy and your collaboration is fabulous

  • @jamiescountryliving
    @jamiescountryliving Рік тому

    Lol they're loving the lil green beans 🤣. I do the same thing.
    I appreciate the tip. Will be doing this from now on. Thank you. Hope you have a blessed day and week 🙏

  • @carmalitayanock9584
    @carmalitayanock9584 Рік тому

    I love, love, love watching your children helping, playing and hamming it up!
    Thank you for sharing your knowledge, not only with us but with your children!

  • @paulasaleny1060
    @paulasaleny1060 Рік тому

    I found your channel recently, and very much appreciate all that you and your family do. Lovely and informative videos, and a beautiful family and faith you have! Thank you for sharing!❤

  • @kedeglow2743
    @kedeglow2743 Рік тому

    Thank you so much!! I'm picking green beans hopefully Monday, and I'll definately use this tip! They look so pretty!

  • @brendawelker8357
    @brendawelker8357 11 місяців тому

    Thank you the tip to use Zink!!

  • @debofwmi2214
    @debofwmi2214 Рік тому +1

    I love your videos and how you present. You feel like one of us ❤

  • @patriotmama
    @patriotmama 11 місяців тому

    Thanks you for the Zinc tip! Didn't know that it would keep my green beans green. Will be doing this this year for sure! Always enjoy your videos so much. Very informative.

  • @farmlife43
    @farmlife43 11 місяців тому

    Love the tip about Zinc. Those look much yummier ❤

  • @lizhaydon2250
    @lizhaydon2250 10 місяців тому

    Zinc is a great bit of information. Thank you

  • @cynthiaharrington6319
    @cynthiaharrington6319 9 місяців тому

    I sure do appreciate your instructional videos! You make it look so doable. Thanks again!

  • @jenniferraines8135
    @jenniferraines8135 8 місяців тому

    Ty for all your videos and everything else you do! You’re pure joy! 🤗

  • @patriciafields1107
    @patriciafields1107 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing. Love the real show.

  • @jkirby-vd1wm
    @jkirby-vd1wm 9 днів тому

    Your gardens are amazing ❤❤

  • @ginettehoule6642
    @ginettehoule6642 10 місяців тому

    I had no idea!!!!! I’m going to get zinc tablets today. Thank you so so much!!! 🥰

  • @katrinagarland5219
    @katrinagarland5219 11 місяців тому

    This is a great tip... so happy you shared this. :)

  • @maryland9987
    @maryland9987 11 місяців тому

    Wonderful! Thank you.

  • @peggybreaux8973
    @peggybreaux8973 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for the grean bean tip

  • @lynnes3659
    @lynnes3659 Рік тому +2

    Love watching your channel and learning new things like the zinc in the green beans . I will try this next year instead of freezing my beans. Thank you

  • @lynngrimm7470
    @lynngrimm7470 4 місяці тому

    Don't worry about the footage. I like your content and have learned so much from you. I'm 66 and know how to can food but have always been afraid of pressure canner. You make it so simple that I'm going to try it. You are a great teacher. I applaud you.

  • @jenniferr2057
    @jenniferr2057 Рік тому +1

    That is amazing! I didnt even know you could or should eat zinc!

  • @aveyacres
    @aveyacres 9 місяців тому

    You and your family are great! Love to watch and learn from you...just starting to get our homestead up and running. There is so much to learn, and you make it feel like it is within reach. 😊
    Thank you and your wonderful family.🧡

  • @ingridgroen6011
    @ingridgroen6011 11 місяців тому

    I appreciate all your food tips! Thanks alot. Greetings from the Netherlands.

  • @carolynmills513
    @carolynmills513 Рік тому +1

    Who knew zinc would make such a difference? Great info

  • @marygonzales5957
    @marygonzales5957 10 місяців тому

    I enjoyed your video I watched with tears of joy your yard garden oh my goodness y lovely well behaved children healthy y happy. Thank you God Bless you

  • @highroad3580
    @highroad3580 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this great tip! Can’t wait to try this next season. May try the late bush bean planting, too!

  • @wendyellis6402
    @wendyellis6402 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the zinc tip. Most people don’t get enough of this mineral anyway.

  • @rubylasiter5628
    @rubylasiter5628 11 місяців тому

    Wow that's a tip I have never heard before Thanks so much 👍👍

  • @caroladams1892
    @caroladams1892 11 місяців тому

    I love the hint about zinc added to the green beans! I love them canned but the brighter green would be really nice! I love your sweet spirit!❤

  • @KLynn998
    @KLynn998 8 місяців тому

    hey there from Tennessee ! I am learning so much from you! Thank you

  • @ambertrevors2709
    @ambertrevors2709 Рік тому +2

    I love seeing this as a family activity 🥰 I wish my home was this full and full of love

  • @pamelajunck146
    @pamelajunck146 8 місяців тому

    What a delight to watch you with your family. So cute and funny with the kids and the cow❤

  • @michelleestes2156
    @michelleestes2156 11 місяців тому +3

    I wanted to say thank you for this amazing channel! I love how you give information about your mum & grandma on baking and cooking! Mine did the same. I just am so much more thankful that you talk about the canning & gardening, as neither my mum or gramma did them. I have sheets wanted to live in a farm, I have chickens, ducks & a mini horse. Plus 3 dogs lol. Thank you for helping me with my canning.