That HomeSteading Mama

There is a specific kind of magic that happens between May and October. It’s the season where the quiet planning of winter meets the frantic, joyful abundance of a Carolina summer. On our homestead, the kitchen transformation begins—the counters disappear under baskets of tomatoes, the scent of wild garlic fills the air, and the canner bubbles in the background. This year, I am taking you behind the scenes of our entire process with my new series: From Soil to Shelf. I

This post may contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something. This is at no additional cost to you . There's nothing quite like the taste of a homegrown tomato. But what do you do when your garden explodes with juicy red goodness and you can't eat them all fresh? Canning! Water bath canning tomatoes is a fantastic way to preserve the summer harvest and enjoy delicious tomatoes all year long. It's easier than you migh