Do you love going apple picking in the fall? Here is a great way to preserve apples by turning them into homemade applesauce and canning it to enjoy all winter.

We are blessed with a glorious apple harvest from our trees this year. I am trying to keep up and preserve all the apples that I can. I have canned spiced apple jelly, apple slices, and apple juice for our food storage shelves.

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If you’re seeking a hearty and flavorful dish, look no further than American Chop Suey. This delightful comfort food recipe combines the richness of seasoned ground beef with aromatic vegetables and a medley of herbs, all simmered in a robust tomato sauce.

This classic dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth that’s perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners. Try out this recipe and relish the rich flavors of this classic comfort food.

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Looking for a foolproof zucchini bread recipe? Look no further! Learn how to make Mom’s zucchini bread that turns out perfectly moist and delicious every time.

I know there are countless zucchini bread recipes out there, but I want to share my personal favorite. This is the recipe that I keep coming back to no matter how many variations I try. This is my mother’s zucchini bread recipe, the one she made time and time again to use up all the giant zucchini from our vegetable garden.

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A Maine lobster roll lets the flavor of the lobster shine. Chilled lobster meat is lightly dressed with mayo, salt, and pepper, and piled into a toasted New England-style hot dog bun.

Folks take their summer seafood seriously here on the coast of New England. The classic clambake is a common theme for family reunions and gatherings with friends. The meal is filled food and lively conversation, all while cracking lobsters, clams, squirting juice everywhere, dipping in melted butter, and eating with your hands.

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If there is one thing that really screams summer in New England, it’s a classic New England clambake with friends and family. Learn how to cook a clambake in your own backyard.

While going to a restaurant can be a treat, hosting your own clambake at home can be lots of fun. There is just something special about cracking lobster, clams, and eating corn on the cob with your hands that seems so casual and down to earth.

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