Vegetable stock, from the 2014 edition of the ball blue book. The production of the first ball glass jar in 1884 marks the beginning of a fascinating history. Fresh rhubarb, oranges, raisins, ginger, and allspice give this chutney an elevated finish. In 1953 edition 26, they switched to pressure canning only recommendations. Moms old kerr book only had the bwb recommendations, so i was very. The last winter staple in my house, the sweet potato, was also peeled and cubed, and precooked till they were partially tender. To be clear, these procedures do not apply to summer squash such as zucchini. I do, as i always have, but im not sure id trust water bath canning it. Squash balls are unique in that they need hitting for a few minutes until they warm up. There has been a lot of controversy over canning summer squash but after going to bent mountain, va and getting a huge box. Both squash and potatoes cook the same amount of time.
New ball blue book guide to preserving frugal upstate. Recipe online here at field and stream linda ziedrich. To order the ball complete book of home preserving, go to our website. Much of my store of canned squash will go toward making this. Recipes squash canning home recipes squash canning. Zucchini and other squashes must be canned using a pressure canner. Squash balls competition, pro, intro sports direct. How to choose the correct squash ball squash buying. Crisp pickled pumpkin or squash joy of pickling, 2009.
We recommend preserving summer squash or zucchini by pickling or freezing. This article is part of the july 2015 issue of our monthly journal. You know cook the squash, put them in jars and seal, then put them in a large pot and cover with water and boil for 2030. There is a pickled butternut squash recipe that appears quite interesting. Approved to wfs world squash specification,the ultimate soft rubber formula provides the perfect bounce, consistency and durability a ball needs. In some cases, our online prices may differ from those instore. Squash is a racket and ball sport played by two singles or four players doubles squash in a fourwalled court with a small, hollow rubber ball.
Like most vegetables, summer and winter squash varieties are lowacid foods. The ball blue book provides recipes and procedures for water bathed home. Most of the recipes in the book are pretty normal although there was a recipe for head cheese, which i found a little disturbing. Sometimes you find yourself with more squash on hand than you can eat, but you can capture the delicious flavor and health benefits of squashes by canning them. Many squash beginners and some experienced enthusiasts struggle to adequately warmup a professionalgrade squash ball. Canning recipes to help you put up all your favorite foods. Filling the quart jars, i had enough left of the pumpkin and the sweet potato to fill.
Looking in my new blue book, it does not show instructions for canning summer squash. In a large container, combine squash, onions, green pepper and salt. Canning for fall squash, pumpkin, and sweet potatoes. The usda guide to home canning is a great source for beginners and experts alike. That is why acidifying tomatoes is now recommended. The ball blue book is one of the two main books in the accepted american canon of home canning the other being the usda complete guide. Squash accessories squash rackets dunlop squash prince squash wilson squash. Can you can squash without using a pressure cooker. Canning doesnt have to be hard, but you have to follow the recipes to the letter to avoid the cans from spoiling. This canning guide shows you how to can pumpkin and winter squash for use throughout the year. Pressure canned pumpkin or winter squash ball canning. When canning squash, the summer squash varieties including zucchini, do not peel unless the squash is large and the skin is tough.
This year, we celebrate 5 years of ball heritage with the release of our new aqua vintage jars. The ball blue book has gone through a multitude of editions and revisions in its 106 year history and 2015 marks the release of the 37th edition. How to can pumpkin and winter squash mother earth news. Usda has withdrawn recommendations for canning summer squash, including zucchini, that appeared in former editions of. My old ball blue book has instructions for canning and i canned several quarts the other day. Watching the ball using your radar eye watching the ball is incredibly important in squash but not always as simple as it sounds. But adding the recommended amount of lemon juice lowers the ph of all tested varieties enough to allow for safe water bath canning. The bounce of a squash ball also varies as a function of temperature, which is why it is recommended that a squash ball is warmed up before use. Squash balls explained professional squash association. Gregory, who first marketed hubbard seeds, in his book.
It is important to choose the right ball for your level so that the ball stays warm and lively during play. Canning is the perfect way to preserve that delicious summer. Fresh vegetables click any item above for vegetable recipes and instructions. The blue hubbard squashwhich is also called the new england blue hubbardis a great choice for a sweet tasting winter squash to serve on a cold, late autumn evening. Canned squash will store for several months on end. Summer squash, zukes, cukes, they seem to pollinate pretty well on their own. See more ideas about canning, canning recipes, recipes. I make brandied apple rings and zany zucchini pickles every year from my ball edition. On the topic of summer squash, the powers that be dont recommend canning it at all even in a pressure canner. Their recommendations were a mix of pressure canning or water bathing up to their 1947 edition edition x. In practical terms, that means they dont have the protective acidic content to makes water bath canning. Page 116 sweet pickled pumpkin or squash joy of pickling, 2009. The ball blue book also used to have directions for home canning summer squash on its own. It was shocking to see one hogs head as the first ingredient.
Hardball squash is a format of the indoor racquet sport squash which was first developed in north america in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Intro blue dot the intro squash ball is for beginners and is 10% larger than the standard size squash ball. Do you ever feel like you just dont see the ball as early on one side. These are made with the yellow crookneck squash with onions and made like pickles. After the first year i made this recipe, i planted more zucchini next year, so i could make more of thi. Ever since i started canning i have had the ball blue book on my shelf. Fresh summer squash in season is delicious and makes a wonderful side dish but cannot always be had at the grocery store or farmers market. This recipe comes to is from the strangely titled ball blue book of canning. Canning summer squash welcome to the homesteading today. And in 1909, they published the first edition of their canning guide. Youll probably find two recipe types for canning zucchini pickles or relishes, and. Squash balls, racket sport specialists squash rackets.
The instructions for canning summer squash have been removed from the new additions of the ball book per usda recomendations. I dont have a pressure canner, can i can squash in a cold canning bath. Slightly adapted from the ball complete book of home preserving makes 5 to 6 halfpints. Process filled jars in a pressure canner at 10 pounds pressure for 55 minutes for pints and 90 minutes for quarts, adjusting for altitude. Ladle boiling water over pumpkin, leaving 1 inch headspace. From preserving pickles and jams to storage and decor, ball mason jars have been a part of americas families for over a century. I guess it was ok to do for the last 50 years or more but now it will kill us all. The ball blue book also used to have directions for home canning summer squash on. Slice squash, onions, and green pepper in thin slices. I processed 40 min at 10 lbs pressure anyone have problems with canned summer squash. It has a 40% longer hang time than the pro ball, making it ideal for those who are new to the game. The players alternate in striking the ball with their racquets onto. Full of ripe peaches and toasted almonds, this jam is packed with lots of flavor.
Why old time recipes cant be used for canning college. If you are a beginner canner, and dont have 1 yet, you need to get it. A drained halflitre us pint jar holds 350 g 12 oz of blanched butternut squash cubes approx. To pack hot put into a pan, add water to just cover, and. Canning squash in my presto 23 quart pressure canner. Apply band and adjust until fit is fingertip tight. Us squash is proud to partner with dunlop as the official ball. Both are warm weather crops, with summer squash grown for fresh and winter squash often grown for storage over the winter. Ball withdrew the squash pickles recipe that had been in 2010 blue book.
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