I heard it's labor day weekend...something about taking time to 'relax' for all the labor you do year round.
But, I say, 'there ain't no rest for the wicked...'
And we all know money don't grow on trees ;)
Busy weekend none the less. We've been slanging apples (and pears) like no ones business and it consumed all but dinnertime out of the day yesterday.
Today I spent 97.9% of the day in the kitchen...but that's ok since I enjoy it ;) My son will probably grow up to be a Chef since he watches me every move, while I cook, with serious concentration. And then he shoots me that grin of his!
Celery from the garden with fresh eggs from a fellow farmer for Egg Salad.
She must think she is a Peach....
Baby Food!
Pureed Peaches
Today I put up 5 quarts of canned Peaches and 6 half-pints of Peach Butter.
Who has a fruit/veg strainer attachment for their KitchenAid? Can we Skype because I splurged and bought myself one today to make my life easier when canning and it just made me more frustrated. It JUICED my peaches...but more on that later. And I have 9#'s left to do something with, so if you have this attachment and know HOW to use it, let's chat!
And, ta-da! Another box of 'maters from my co-worker. And they are smelling heavenly roasting in the oven right now.
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You're right about no rest for the wicked, although I couldn't hold a candle to the amount of work you did this weekend! I love the aroma of roasted tomatoes and I bet your kitchen smells heavenly...so you're not all that wicked : ) XOXO
Gosh, I sure hope someone can help you with your new attachment! You've still got a lot of work ahead of you but it all sure looks good.
Got a huge smile of your kitty in the peach box. :)
Sorry, no help on the attachment. I use my hand crank food strainer for most of that sort of thing. I hear you on the "no rest" bit. My mom used to say that all the time. Yesterday I canned ten quarts of peaches, made two batches of jelly, and filled the dehydrator with sliced peaches. Then I realized I forgot to freeze some... Looks like I'll be on the lookout for more peaches.
The food grinder attachment just works that way. I like it for meat but now use my immersion blender to purée instead of the grinder because it is easier to clean.
You have been busy in the kitchen! I would like to have the same neighbor:)
I always "labor" on Labor Day too! :D It's the peak time for putting things by and really is not a day for resting around here.
Love your farm fresh cat! That is a very cute picture.
There will be no rest for the weary either, and I think you be just about weary soon!! Do you ever sleep! I know your home must smell just fantastic!!
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