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Description
Preserving Meat, Seafood, and Wild Game
North Coast Food Web is partnering with OSU Master Food Preservers to bring a food preservation series of workshops to Astoria! There was a time when knowledge of food preservation methods was common and passed down through the generations. Today, however, there is a lot of confusion, bad information, and hesitation around canning and food preserving. We are here to de-mystify this process.
About the class
Fall and Winter means hunting and harvest season. Canning meats and seafood adds another element of safely preserving that does not require refrigeration or freezing. Learn how to safely preserve meats, seafood, and wild game in jars. It is a great class for beginners or for anyone who just wants to brush up their canning skills when it comes to pressure canning. Do you have a pressure canner but don’t yet feel confident to use it? Learn about food safe handling methods for harvesting and processing meats and seafood. Students will learn the science of why meats and seafood need to be pressure canned, and all about types of pressure canners. This class will include classroom instruction and hands-on practice with pressure canning and will present safe recipe sources for home preserving.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this class is perfect for anyone interested in learning how to preserve their own food. It's a fantastic way to make the most of your harvest and groceries, as well as a practical skill that increases resiliency in the face of food scarcity and climate disruption.
About the instructors
Our expert instructors will guide you through each step of the water bath canning process. You'll get hands-on experience, plus plenty of tips and tricks to help you can with confidence. Don't miss out as spaces are quite limited!
Terri Emrich, of OSU Master Food Preservers and Rainer Gardens Farm, has been canning and preserving - and teaching it - for years. She comes from a long line of food preservers, and has the science to back up the tradition. She is truly an expert in the field.
Emily Reilly, of OSU extension service, and also an OSU Master Food Preserver, offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in community engagement and working to address issues of food insecurity and climate resilience.
Date & Time
Sun, Dec 8, 2024 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM