Home canning is neither old-fashioned or complicated! The ability to preserve your own food is an invaluable asset, especially during uncertain times.


Water bath canning is a great way to start learning the basic principles of safe home canning. In this course you will learn how to can your own food and put homemade, tasty and nourishing food on the table year-round.


Gather Your Supplies!

Learn what equipment is necessary, where to purchase them (budget ideas included!), and how to store your canning supplies.

Safe Canning
Safety First!

Learn all the steps from start to finish. Emphasis on safe canning practices with examples of unsafe (but common) methods to avoid.

Storing Canned Goods
Canned Goods Storage

The canning process doesn't stop when the jars are cooled! Learn how to properly store your canned goods to ensure they last as long as possible!

"I wanted to learn how to can this year, but was so overwhelmed by the thought. You have taken that seemingly huge task and broke it down into smaller to handle pieces... Fantastic job explaining the process of canning!"

~Melissa C.

Purchase of this course will give you access to our exclusive Food Preservation Mastermind Group on Facebook. Here we will discuss all things food preservation, have regular live events, video lessons, Q&A sessions and access to ALL upcoming courses!


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Welcome to my homestead kitchen!

My name is Melissa. My husband, our three children, and I have a busy 5-acre homestead in Wisconsin. Canning and preserving the harvest has been a passion of mine for many years and I am blessed to be able to share my knowledge and experience with you!

Course Curriculum

  Introduction
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  Before you Begin Canning
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  It's Time to Can!
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  After Canning
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  Thank you!
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