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Happy New Year! (in advance!)
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Garden Sources

Let's just start by saying: Yes, I do know that it is the middle of December and I am posting about gardening.

Moving on...

These are helpful when looking for specific varieties of plants.

Remember to request a catalog ahead of time - some take around a month to arrive.  Plus, you'll still have to order and wait for your product (which could take a while as well).  I'd call now to plan for what you are going to plant this next season.

Canning Salsa (Roasted Jalapeno)

**2015 UPDATE: When this post was originally created, I was using a steamer for this tutorial.  Since then the FDA has deemed steamers unfit for healthy canning practices, since the necessary internal temperature for killing bacteria and microorganisms is harder to regulate in a steam canner.  Please be advised that you should use a hot water bath canner.

This was my first year canning salsa.
I've never liked my moms recipe (or anyone elses for that matter), but I found this recipe on Sweet Basil, and it sounded like it was worth a try.

After making one batch I decided it was way too much work.
But then we went through two jars in less than a week.  So... I made some more.  A lot more.  And I think I might just have to do it every year now.

With that said, keep in mind that this isn't the easiest or quickest canning project - but it is SO SO good.

Roasted Jalapeno Salsa