I’m going to warn you. The next two weeks, there may be an absurd number of photos in each post. Why? Because they were all too darn pretty and I just have to share them all. Well ok, not all or we would be here all day, but a fair amount.
A few weeks ago, I tried canning for the first time. I went to a canning class with a friend and the whole thing was demystified for me. I love it. It seems almost like magic really. You can put whatever you want in a jar, heat it, seal it, and it can live on your shelf for a year. I guess I had always assumed that it was more complicated, that you had to have some kind of special preservatives that you add or something. 
But no. It is not a complicated process and it is very satisfying. Over the next two weeks, I’m going to share four recipes for canning things and I’ll share even more pictures. 
When I was at the canning event, one of the hosts had made her own sweet pickled asparagus and it was delicious. I knew immediately that I wanted to pickle some green beans. With this brine recipe, I decided to do some carrots, some green beans, and some combo jars.
First up, find some beautiful carrots.
And then some green beans too.
Don’t these just look like something you want to take on a picnic? I am looking forward to adding these to an appetizer tray this Thanksgiving. And I imagine they will be shipped out over the holidays this year in gift baskets as well. But, they have to sit for 2-3 weeks to pickle, so start thinking about making these soon!
Spicy Pickled Carrots and Green Beans
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh carrots, quartered if thick
- 2 1/2 cups distilled white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup salt
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 bunch fresh dill weed
- 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
- Get a very large pot of water very hot. If you do not have a canning pot with a rack to keep the glass from touching the bottom of the pan, then a steamer basket works well, as long as the water is high enough to cover the top of your jars. Sterilize 6 (1/2 pint) jars with rings and lids. Set them somewhere clean to dry. Trim green beans and carrots to 1/4 inch shorter than your jars.
- In a large saucepan, stir together the vinegar, water and salt. In each jar, place 1 sprig of dill, one clove garlic, and 1/8 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Pack green beans and carrots into the jars so they are standing on their ends.
- Ladle the boiling brine into the jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the tops. Wipe the rims clean with a clean cloth. Seal jars with lids and rings. Place in a hot water bath so they are covered by 1 inch of water. Simmer but do not boil for 10 minutes to process. Remove and set somewhere out of the way to cool. Do not touch for 24 hours. Test jars for a good seal by pressing on the center of the lid. It should not move. Refrigerate any jars that do not seal properly. Let pickles ferment for 2 to 3 weeks before eating.
Photographs by Jessica Yager
February 20, 2015 at 12:25 pm
I’ve been surfing online more than 3 hours today, yet I never found any interesting article like yours. It is pretty worth enough for me. Personally, if all site owners and bloggers made good content as you did, the web will be a lot more useful than ever before.
February 20, 2015 at 12:26 pm
Hmm is anyone else encountering problems with the pictures on this blog loading? I’m trying to determine if its a problem on my end or if it’s the blog. Any feed-back would be greatly appreciated.|
February 20, 2015 at 1:27 pm
Great beat ! I would like to apprentice while you amend your website, how can i subscribe for a blog site? The account aided me a acceptable deal. I had been tiny bit acquainted of this your broadcast provided bright clear idea
February 20, 2015 at 2:22 pm
I enjoy you because of your own hard work on this website. My mum takes pleasure in doing research and it’s easy to understand why. All of us hear all about the dynamic mode you render both interesting and useful thoughts via this blog and even cause participation from other ones on that area while our favorite girl is now learning a great deal. Enjoy the rest of the year. You’re the one doing a dazzling job.
February 20, 2015 at 2:47 pm
Hello there! Do you know if they make any plugins to assist with SEO? I’m trying to get my blog to rank for some targeted keywords but I’m not seeing very good results. If you know of any please share. Thanks!|
February 20, 2015 at 3:03 pm
I am now not sure where you are getting your info, however good topic. I must spend a while studying more or working out more. Thank you for magnificent information I was on the lookout for this info for my mission.
February 20, 2015 at 3:05 pm
I’m still learning from you, while I’m trying to achieve my goals. I definitely liked reading everything that is written on your blog.Keep the information coming. I loved it!
February 20, 2015 at 3:39 pm
It¡¦s really a cool and useful piece of information. I am satisfied that you simply shared this useful information with us. Please keep us up to date like this. Thank you for sharing.
February 20, 2015 at 3:45 pm
This is really interesting, You’re a very skilled blogger. I’ve joined your rss feed and look forward to seeking more of your magnificent post. Also, I’ve shared your web site in my social networks!
February 20, 2015 at 4:40 pm
You actually make it seem really easy along with your presentation however I in finding this matter to be actually something that I think I would never understand. It kind of feels too complex and extremely vast for me. I’m taking a look ahead to your next post, I’ll try to get the hold of it!|
February 20, 2015 at 4:55 pm
I think that is one of the such a lot important info for me. And i am glad studying your article. But should statement on some general things, The site taste is ideal, the articles is actually great : D. Just right job, cheers|
February 20, 2015 at 6:52 pm
I enjoy you because of your entire labor on this web site. My daughter takes pleasure in doing research and it’s easy to see why. A lot of people know all regarding the compelling medium you convey insightful ideas through the web site and therefore inspire response from visitors on this situation so my daughter is now starting to learn so much. Take pleasure in the remaining portion of the new year. You have been carrying out a good job.
February 20, 2015 at 7:05 pm
It is actually nearly close to impossible to encounter well-aware users on this matter, still, you look like you fully understand whatever you’re revealing! Cheers
February 20, 2015 at 7:49 pm
Fantastic goods from you, man. I’ve understand your stuff previous to and you are just too fantastic. I actually like what you have acquired here, certainly like what you are stating and the way in which you say it. You make it entertaining and you still take care of to keep it wise. I can not wait to read much more from you. This is actually a great web site.
February 20, 2015 at 7:57 pm
Nice read, I just passed this onto a friend who was doing some research on that. And he actually bought me lunch because I found it for him smile Therefore let me rephrase that: Thank you for lunch!
February 20, 2015 at 7:57 pm
I like what you guys are up also. Such smart work and reporting! Keep up the excellent works guys I have incorporated you guys to my blogroll. I think it will improve the value of my web site 🙂
February 20, 2015 at 8:03 pm
I am not sure where you’re getting your information, but good topic. I needs to spend some time learning much more or understanding more. Thanks for wonderful information I was looking for this information for my mission.
February 20, 2015 at 8:25 pm
My spouse and i felt really ecstatic Michael could carry out his studies while using the ideas he had out of the weblog. It is now and again perplexing just to happen to be giving out guidelines which usually others may have been selling. And we all discover we’ve got the website owner to appreciate for that. The main explanations you made, the simple website navigation, the relationships your site assist to promote – it’s got many fantastic, and it is helping our son and our family reason why this situation is satisfying, and that is highly essential. Thank you for the whole thing!
February 20, 2015 at 8:36 pm
I think this is one of the most significant information for me. And i’m glad reading your article. But should remark on few general things, The web site style is great, the articles is really excellent : D. Good job, cheers
February 20, 2015 at 8:41 pm
I keep listening to the rumor speak about receiving boundless online grant applications so I have been looking around for the most excellent site to get one. Could you tell me please, where could i find some?
February 20, 2015 at 8:57 pm
You really make it seem really easy together with your presentation but I find this matter to be actually something that I think I might never understand. It kind of feels too complex and very extensive for me. I am having a look ahead in your subsequent publish, I¡¦ll try to get the cling of it!
February 20, 2015 at 9:12 pm
Thanks for the sensible critique. Me & my neighbor were just preparing to do some research on this. We got a grab a book from our local library but I think I learned more from this post. I’m very glad to see such excellent info being shared freely out there.
February 20, 2015 at 9:14 pm
Hello, Neat post. There’s an issue together with your website in internet explorer, might test this¡K IE still is the market leader and a big component of other folks will miss your wonderful writing due to this problem.
February 20, 2015 at 9:34 pm
My brother recommended I might like this blog. He was entirely right. This post actually made my day. You can not imagine just how much time I had spent for this info! Thanks!
February 20, 2015 at 9:42 pm
Good web site! I truly love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I am wondering how I might be notified whenever a new post has been made. I’ve subscribed to your RSS feed which must do the trick! Have a great day!
February 20, 2015 at 9:57 pm
AT&T has been making great strides in service quality tying and in some cases outstripping their rival.
February 20, 2015 at 10:01 pm
Thank you a lot for providing individuals with remarkably terrific possiblity to discover important secrets from here. It really is so terrific and also jam-packed with a good time for me and my office colleagues to search your website nearly thrice a week to study the newest guides you have got. And indeed, I am at all times fascinated concerning the attractive tricks you serve. Selected 1 facts on this page are clearly the finest I have ever had.
February 20, 2015 at 10:21 pm
Heya i am for the first time here. I found this board and I find It really useful & it helped me out much. I hope to give something back and aid others like you helped me.
February 20, 2015 at 10:47 pm
Hello, Neat post. There is an issue along with your website in web explorer, would test this¡K IE nonetheless is the market chief and a huge component of other folks will pass over your great writing because of this problem.
February 20, 2015 at 10:56 pm
Absolute enjoyable information you’ll have said, thanks for putting up.
February 20, 2015 at 10:58 pm
I just wanted to develop a brief message to express gratitude to you for these splendid ideas you are showing on this site. My time-consuming internet lookup has now been recognized with reputable concept to go over with my partners. I would say that we website visitors actually are very lucky to exist in a really good place with so many awesome professionals with interesting methods. I feel pretty fortunate to have come across your entire webpage and look forward to tons of more brilliant times reading here. Thanks once again for everything.
February 21, 2015 at 12:15 am
that’s good, thanks for sharing,.. I think this is great blog
February 21, 2015 at 12:22 am
Wonderful paintings! This is the type of information that are supposed to be shared around the internet. Shame on Google for not positioning this submit upper! Come on over and talk over with my web site . Thanks =)
February 21, 2015 at 12:25 am
I really intend to inform you in which I am certain inexperienced to blogging and utterly valued your article. Likely I am likely to store your blog post . You definitely have extraordinary article posts. Be Thankful For it for swapping with us your website report.
February 21, 2015 at 12:26 am
Hello my loved one! I wish to say that this article is amazing, nice written and come with almost all vital infos. I’d like to see extra posts like this .|
February 21, 2015 at 12:55 am
I don’t even know how I ended up here, but I thought this post was great. I do not know who you are but definitely you’re going to a famous blogger if you are not already 😉 Cheers!
February 21, 2015 at 1:49 am
It certainly is nearly close to impossible to find well-educated men or women on this area, still you appear like you realize which you’re raving about! With Thanks
February 21, 2015 at 2:33 am
fantastic issues altogether, you simply won a new reader. What may you suggest in regards to your publish that you made a few days ago? Any positive?
February 21, 2015 at 2:34 am
I’m not sure where you are getting your information, but good topic. I needs to spend some time learning much more or understanding more. Thanks for fantastic information I was looking for this info for my mission.
February 21, 2015 at 2:44 am
Somebody necessarily assist to make severely articles I would state. This is the first time I frequented your website page and so far? I surprised with the research you made to create this particular post amazing. Wonderful activity!
February 21, 2015 at 2:51 am
You are a very clever individual!
February 21, 2015 at 2:58 am
Do you mind if I quote a few of your posts as long as I provide credit and sources back to your weblog? My blog site is in the exact same niche as yours and my users would definitely benefit from some of the information you provide here. Please let me know if this ok with you. Thanks!|
February 21, 2015 at 3:03 am
Very nice post. I just stumbled upon your weblog and wished to say that I’ve truly enjoyed surfing around your blog posts. In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon!
February 21, 2015 at 3:09 am
I’m still learning from you, while I’m trying to achieve my goals. I certainly liked reading everything that is posted on your website.Keep the information coming. I liked it!
February 21, 2015 at 3:11 am
you are really a just right webmaster. The web site loading speed is amazing. It kind of feels that you’re doing any distinctive trick. In addition, The contents are masterpiece. you have performed a fantastic task on this topic!
February 21, 2015 at 3:25 am
I¡¦ve read several excellent stuff here. Certainly price bookmarking for revisiting. I wonder how so much effort you put to make the sort of wonderful informative site.
February 21, 2015 at 3:27 am
As a Newbie, I am always searching online for articles that can help me. Thank you
February 21, 2015 at 3:30 am
I have been absent for some time, but now I remember why I used to love this website. Thank you, I¡¦ll try and check back more often. How frequently you update your web site?
February 21, 2015 at 3:45 am
I would like to thnkx for the efforts you’ve put in writing this web site. I’m hoping the same high-grade website post from you in the upcoming also. Actually your creative writing abilities has inspired me to get my own blog now. Actually the blogging is spreading its wings fast. Your write up is a great example of it.
February 21, 2015 at 3:53 am
Heya are using WordPress for your site platform? I’m new to the blog world but I’m trying to get started and set up my own. Do you require any coding knowledge to make your own blog? Any help would be really appreciated!|