March feels like a bridge month. Citrus is still shining, while spring greens start showing up. So this is a great time to stock the freezer, fill a few jars, and keep your pantry steady for the weeks ahead. What's Fresh in March Fruits to grab now Apples Avocado Banana Lemon and Lime Grapefruit Kiwi Pineapple Strawberries Veggies worth preserving Artichokes Asparagus Arugula Beets Broccoli Cabbage Carrots Celery Collard Greens Garlic Green Peas Kale Leeks Spring Onions Spinach Best...

Spring is on the way, and that means berries and other fruit will be here before you know it. A small batch of fruit sauce is one of the easiest ways to catch that fresh flavor, because it's quick, flexible, and perfect for everyday meals. Why fruit sauces are worth making Fruit sauces do a lot with very little effort. Spoon them over pancakes, stir them into yogurt, or use them as a cheesecake topping. They also help you use up fruit that's ripe right now, especially when you don't want to...

If you've ever opened a jar of dehydrated apples and found a few pieces softer than the rest, you've met the reason conditioning matters. This small step evens out moisture after drying, so your food stores better and tastes better later. What "conditioning" means (in plain terms) After dehydrating, some pieces hold a bit more moisture than others. Conditioning gives that moisture time to spread evenly through the batch. As a result, you're less likely to get mold, clumping, or surprise...