Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
There's no better way to start canning than applesauce. Quick, easy, delicious... And you're welcome to download my hand-painted label for your jars, too.
When I was a kid, I didn't even know you could buy applesauce in the store, and once I tasted the commercial stuff, I felt bad for kids who didn't have a dad to make it for them.
Live the fantasy - make some applesauce.
When a Facebook friend put out the word that she had some apple trees that needed picking I got super excited; yes, I would love some apples! And being that it was my birthday I actually talked my husband into going and picking some with me...
