Classes

2026 class dates TBD

Safety, Methods & Confidence

Welcome to the Safety, Methods & Confidence course with Canning with Connie! Whether you’re brand-new to preserving or looking to increase your skills and knowledge, this class will guide you step-by-step through the fundamentals—safe processing methods, essential equipment, and how to confidently choose the right technique for every recipe. We’ll break everything into simple, manageable tasks so you never feel overwhelmed.

By the end, you’ll understand safety basics, gain knowledge of the different methods of preserving food, and begin building a well-organized pantry filled with foods you’ve prepared yourself. Get ready to grow your confidence and enjoy the satisfaction of homemade, shelf-stable goodness!

Class Preview

Short outline for beginning class

Day 1

Welcome and Awareness

Skill level assessment

Why preserve food

Smart canning

Day 2

The Foundation of Food Preservation

Sanitation & Cleanliness

Safety Checkpoints

Safety Zones

Validation

Day 3

Preservation Methods Overview

Boiling Water Bath Canning

Pressure Canning

Dehydrating

Freezing

Vacuum Sealing

Day 4

Preservation Strategy

Building a sustainable preservation routine

Intentional planning

Plan by seasons

Recipe strategy

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Seasonal Calendar

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Seasonal Produce

SPRING CLASS

Welcome to Spring Stone Fruit Preserving with Canning with Connie! As trees burst with cherries, apricots, peaches, and plums, this course will guide you through turning fresh spring harvests into vibrant jams, pie fillings, compotes, and shelf-stable canned goods. Together, we’ll break each step into simple, confidence-building tasks so you can preserve flavor, reduce waste, and fill your pantry with homemade goodness. Whether you’re brand-new or expanding your skills, you’ll learn safe, reliable methods to enjoy spring’s sweetness all year long. Let’s start preserving—one small, delicious step at a time!

AUTUMN CLASS

Welcome to Autumn Canning with Canning with Connie! Fall’s harvest brings apples, pears, pumpkins, and hearty vegetables—perfect for cozy butters, spiced jams, chutneys, broths, and pressure-canned meals. In this course, you’ll learn how to safely preserve autumn’s deep, comforting flavors while keeping each step approachable and manageable. We’ll turn seasonal produce into shelf-stable staples that warm your home long after the leaves fall. Whether you’re new to canning or expanding your skills, you’ll gain confidence, clarity, and delicious results. Let’s capture the richness of autumn, one simple jar at a time!

SUMMER CLASS

Welcome to Summer Canning with Canning with Connie! Summer brings an abundance of tomatoes, berries, cucumbers, and peppers—perfect for creating vibrant salsas, pickles, sauces, and spreads. In this course, you’ll learn trusted techniques to safely preserve the season’s peak flavors while keeping the process simple and stress-free. We’ll walk through each recipe step-by-step so you can build confidence, save money, and stock a pantry you’ll be proud of. Whether you’re preserving garden harvests or farmers market finds, you’ll discover how rewarding it is to capture summer sunshine in every jar. Let’s get canning!

WINTER CLASS

Welcome to Winter Canning with Canning with Connie! Even in the quieter months, there’s plenty to preserve—citrus, cranberries, root vegetables, hearty greens, and comforting soups and stews.In this course, you’ll learn how to brighten the season with zesty marmalades, flavorful stocks, pickled favorites, and nourishing meals. Each lesson breaks the process into simple, confidence-building steps so you can enjoy wholesome, homemade foods all winter long. Whether you’re stocking your pantry or preparing gifts from the heart, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to create beautiful jars that warm both the kitchen and the spirit.

Get ready to gain confidence, reduce waste, and enjoy the satisfaction of homemade, shelf-stable goodness!