Peach Canning

Our community peach canning session went well yesterday. We were able to put up 5 bushels of peaches in about 4 hours (not including water bath canning). Everyone pitched in. Those who were familiar with canning shared their knowledge with those who were new to the experience. It seemed like everyone had a good time visiting with each other while working. We shared a simple meal together before we started where everyone brought a dish to share. We made canned peaches and pie filling. We smashed peaches up and froze them in batches for jam and peach salsa which we will make later at another time. Now, we are starting to work on the free pears we got from a friend's neighbor's tree. We will split these canned goods among those who come to help. I am hoping to keep this tradition going on a yearly basis.