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Canning Dried Beans and a Healthy Lunch Recipe

April 28, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

Hey, friends!  In today’s video, I will show you how and why I can the dried beans that I grow in my garden.  I will also give you some ideas for healthy lunch ideas while the canner is doing its thing.  Scroll down below the video for more information about what you see here today. 😊

Bean Harvest:

***So I told you I would let you know… Read More »

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Managing a Household When You’re Not Feeling Well

January 28, 2023 by BlessingsInSurprise

In today’s video, I’ll give you some tips and tricks to help you get the important things done while still taking time to care for yourself.  One such tip is not doing anything that is not a necessity… which is why this post is so short and sweet!  Check out the new video below, and thanks for watching! 😊

email: anne@blessingsinsurprise.com

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Using a Vacuum Sealer For Meal Prep and Leftovers

December 3, 2022 by BlessingsInSurprise

Hey, friends!  Check out my latest video about how you can use a vacuum sealer to preserve your leftovers and to prep some fast and easy meals for your family.

See the links below the video for my Thanksgiving Turkey Crockpot Recipe, instructions on how to can your extra turkey meat, and more!

Crockpot Turkey (or chicken, pheasant, etc.)

How to Can Turkey or Chicken

(I have an older model machine and was not able to find a link to my exact model. The model below is similar, but also has some additional features.)

FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer

Mason Jar Vacuum Sealing Attachment

FoodSaver Bags

Clorox Wipes

*As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission on products purchased through the links above, at no additional cost to you.

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I'm Anne, a city girl gone country! I garden, preserve food and raise chickens, but most of all, I love to spend time with my husband, three kids and our pack of German Shorthair Pointers.

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