Summer Food Preservation Classes
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N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe County Center will have some canning classes this summer at various community locations. Whether you are new to canning or just want to learn the lastest recommendations, the hands on classes can be a fun way to learn along side others in the community. The lecture class gives you a full coverage of various canning techniques and recommendations all in one place. See specific details on type of recipe/canning techniques, dates, times, location and costs below:
Water Bath Canning Salsa:
July 12th 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
WNC Foodworks at the WNC Farmers Market
If you ever wanted to learn how to can, Choice Salsa is a great recipe to use since it is simple and easy to follow. The hands-on enviroment will allow for practicing safe techniques and the opportunity for asking questions and having discussions of various food preservation methods while we make and can our salsa. All supplies will be provided so just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. WNC Farmers Market, 570 Brevard Rd Asheville NC 28806.
Cost is $15 and Register for Water Bath Canning Salsa
Food Preservation Made Easy Lecture
August 5th 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Weaverville Community Center
Now that vegetable gardens and farms are producing a generous harvest, storing and preserving those vegetables extends the bounty so you can enjoy the rewards throughout the year. There are many methods of preserving vegetables and fruits-some easy and some a bit more involved. Come learn about both boiling water bath canning and pressure canning, deydrating and freezing in this 1 1/2 hour class. Weaverville Community Center 60 Lakeshore Dr, Weaverville, NC 28787
Free but registration required due to space limitations. Register
Putting Up Tomatoes
August 12th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Weaverville Community Center
One of the best foods for learning how to can is tomatoes. In this hands-on class we cover canning tomatoes with a water bath canner and a pressure canner. Because we cover both methods of canning, this class allows you to experience both techniques. We will also discuss freezing and dehydrating tomatoes as other options for preserving them for future use.Weaverville Community Center 60 Lakeshore Dr, Weaverville, NC 28787
Free but registration required due to space limitations
Register: Putting Up Tomatoes: Weaverville Community Center
Putting Up Tomatoes
August 14th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Avery’s Creek Community Center
One of the best foods for learning how to can is tomatoes. In this hands-on class we cover canning tomatoes with a water bath canner and a pressure canner. Because we cover both methods of canning, this class allows you to experience both techniques. We will also discuss freezing and dehydrating tomatoes as other options for preserving them for future use. Avery’s Creek Community Center 899 Glenn Bridge Rd SE, Arden, NC 28704
Cost $10 and Register for Putting Up Tomatoes: Avery’s Creek Community Center
Registration is required for all classes due to limited space. If you can not make a class and would like more information around canning and preserving call our office or email Cathy Hohenstein, our Family and Consumer Science Agent at cathy_hohenstein@ncsu.edu.