George Washington's Cherries

Preserving is in the headlines, and we’re here for it! On this week’s episode of Perfectly Preserved, we cover the news on George Washington’s preserved cherries and offer inspiration for how to incorporate cherries into your preserving this summer. We bring you all the fun details on the discovery of preserved fruit at George Washington’s Mt. Vernon, including how it was found, how it was preserved, and why it may have been left behind. You’ll hear how this discovery is informing anthropologists, food scientists, and agriculturists. We also share what you need to know about the acidity of cherries before canning yourself and our favorite ways to preserve them. Preserved cherries have been enjoyed since before the dawn of the Revolution, and it’s past time you jump on the bandwagon!Thanks for listening! Find the links and resources mentioned in today’s episode in the show notes below. Send your food preservation questions to [email protected] us on InstagramFollow Anna @SmartHomeCanningFollow Jenny @TheDomesticWildflowerShow Notes:See more from Anna on this episode here Support the showHelp support the show here: buymeacoffee.com/perfectlypreservedpodcastBuy The Pressure Canning Cookbook here: https://amzn.to/3Cn3qJnGet the Pineapple Habanero jam recipe from Anna here: https://smarthomecanning.com/products/recipe-for-pineapple-habanero-pepper-jellyAnna’s Video courses- learn with Anna!$10 Canning Lesson$40 Full LessonThese notes have affiliate links which don’t change the price of the products we recommend, but help us keep creating the podcast. Please shop through our links! Canning Supplies We RecommendCanning lids (wide mouth) Canning lids (regular mouth)Water bath canning potCanning utensils...