I love hot pepper butter so much, I had to make another batch before this summer’s peppers were gone. Notice how much different the color is in this batch than my last one. (See my previous batch here.) I used mostly red peppers this time, and last time I used more green peppers.
(See the hot pepper butter recipe and discussion here.)
monica says:
Since they have a different color, do they have a different flavor as well? I love the shape of the little jars that look like balls–They would be perfect size & shape for jellies and jams to make gifts.
This week, I think I get to make applesauce and can pears in syrup. Hubby has my “kitchen” all ready in the basement with free recycled cabinets and counters. He bought me a huge stove from somebody on craigslist for $50–it is bigger than the stove I use for everyday! The lady that got this stove when it was new was very happy to get it! It is a GE from 1983 (even manufacturer not really sure on the year, but I think it is close).
I can’t remember what post it was, but you wrote about using your gas grill for canning: Do you have side burners? I wasn’t sure on that. Thanks for all your help and inspiration–Your site always makes me think about my part in making the world a better place.
On September 20, 2009 at 8:58 am
Suzanne says:
Yes, the grill has a side burner. I love it!
The taste is a little different depending on your peppers.
On September 20, 2009 at 9:30 am
monica says:
We don’t have a side burner on the grill–what else do you use it for?
My pressure canner is somewhat of a joke: I can’t get more than 4 pints in it. I am scared to death of the top blowing off still! Is there enough acid in apples to hot water bath? How about pears? I am scared to death of pressure canners. I have reason to though: the neighbor lady had on badly scar her hands and face. I just can’t do it. Can I add a fruit acid to each jar to help preserve it using the water bath method?
On September 21, 2009 at 10:43 am
Suzanne says:
You can do apples and pears both in a boiling water bath! You need to get the Ball Blue Book for all the directions on method and time, but they can certainly be done that way.
On September 21, 2009 at 12:06 pm