Hernando County August Canning Classes

August 2022 Canning Classes

By Meaghan Goepferich Posted on August 8, 2022

The August Class schedule is in! Sign up as classes fill quickly for some of these. 

August 2022 Canning Classes

What you get when you pay for a class: 
1) Knowledge! You get to learn how to make a new recipe from scratch. You get to learn how to can that recipe. You get to learn how to utilize that canned product into a meal for you and/or your family. 
2) You get a snack or meal, depending on what the class is! This is so you can taste what you made and to get one idea of how to use use that jar. 
3) You get to meet new people and make new friends! Lots of people have made new and lasting friendships from our classes. 
4) By purchasing a class, you are also supporting the Cannery! Every class helps keep our doors open by helping us pay our bills. We are a non-profit Organization and rely on donations, classes, grants, Cannery store purchases and Volunteers to keep us up and running. 
5) You get to shop in our Cannery store and check out what local small businesses have to offer while waiting for your jars to process. Every purchase helps a local small business and helps support the Cannery! 
6) You always go home with 1 jar of what you made that day, a recipe to make it again on your own and the hands on experience! 

August Introduction to Canning 4 Week Series

This is a four-week hands-on preservation course that involves both water bath and pressure canning. The course will focus on safe canning practices including sterilization, how to properly fill jars, how to ensure a proper seal, and how to process using both methods.

Everyone will go home each week with a jar of what is made in class. We also always taste what is made so you have an idea of what to expect.

Please bring a small box to transport your jar home in.

Week 1 – Water Bath Canning – Corn Relish

Sunday August 7, 2022

3 pm to 6 pm

This is a sweet relish which can be served on tacos, Hot Dogs, and even mixed into a macaroni salad!

Week 2 – Water Bath Canning – Jam or Jelly (TBA)

Sunday August 14, 2022

3 pm to 6 pm

In this class we will be learning to make an in season Fruit Jam or a jelly.

The jam will be announced as we get closer to the class so we can see what the local farmers will have available.

Week 3 – Pressure Canning Vegetables – Stuffed Pepper Soup (no Meat)

Sunday August 21, 2022

3 pm to 6 pm

This class we will be pressure canning in season Vegetables. We will discuss how the vegetables you use will determine the time needed for processing.

In this class you will learn how to make from scratch Stuffed Pepper Soup and pressure can it.

When ready to consume at home, you can put over rice or pasta and add cheese to the top!

Week 4 – Pressure Canning Recipes – Beef Stew

Sunday August 28, 2022

3 pm to 6 pm

In the final class for the course we will make Beef Stew. Nice and easy meal in a jar that you can just heat and eat!!

All classes are non-refundable.

Total cost for the course is $150.

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/august-introduction-to-canning-series?referral=service_list_widget

Mixed Berry Jam

Date: Thursday August 4, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: Summer is the best time to make a mixed berry jam when blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries are in abundance. It is also commonly known as bumbleberry jam. A must-try jam if you love berries.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $30 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/mixed-berry-jam?referral=service_list_widget

Dilly Beans

Date: Friday August 5, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Nancy

Description: This class will learn to make pickled dilly beans using the water bath canning method. This delicious snack can be used for more ways than a charcuterie board or a Bloody Mary.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $25 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/dilly-beans?referral=service_list_widget

Pineapple Jalapeno Relish

Date: Sunday August 7, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: For a tropical taste this summer try this Pineapple jalapeno Relish. With sweet ripe pineapple, tangy apple cider vinegar, and the heat of jalapeno, this relish is packed with flavor. Pairs well with grilled fish, grilled pork chops or turkey burgers!

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $35 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/pineapple-jalapeno-relish?referral=service_list_widget

Pickled Garlic

Date: Friday August 12, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: Pickled garlic is perfect for adding a kick of flavor to dishes and a great way to preserve garlic cloves for long-term food storage.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $35 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/pickled-garlic?referral=service_list_widget

Fermentation of Sauerkraut and Jalapeno Hot Sauce

Date: Saturday August 20, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: Fermentation is another method of preserving vegetables. In this class you will learn the basics of fermentation while preparing different two recipes.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $40 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/fermentation?referral=service_list_widget

Pineapple Topping

Date: Sunday August 21, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Nancy

Description: In this class you will learn how to make a delicious Pineapple Topping! This topping can be used on ice creams and more!!

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $25 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/pineapple-topping?referral=service_list_widget

Pepper Jelly

Date: Thursday August 25, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: If you enjoy a mild pepper jelly, this recipe should top your list. The addition of jalapeno peppers adds just the right kick, without extinguishing your taste buds! This sweet and spicy jelly is great on meats, a biscuit or served over cream cheese for crackers.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $30 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/pepper-jelly?referral=service_list_widget

Baked Beans

Date: Saturday August 27, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: You will learn how to prepare and can baked beans.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $40 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/baked-beans-1?referral=service_list_widget

Mango Salsa

Date: Sunday August 28, 2022

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Teacher: Janet

Description: Mango Salsa has tons of flavor and flair! The bursts of acidity and brightness from the fresh mangoes, jalapeno, and red onion are delicious with tortilla chips or on seafood or fish tacos.

All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class.

This is a hands-on class.

Price: $30 per person

This class is limited to a max 8 persons.

Classes are non-refundable

https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/mango-salsa?referral=service_list_widget

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