Speaking of, are you going to have turkey or poultry for Christmas too? How to Make & Can Poultry Broth Don’t let a bit of that (increasingly expensive!) meat go to waste. Make a delicious broth for making soups and gravies later. Learn how to can your own broth safely. Still Looking for Christmas Gift Ideas? I used to enjoy a bit of hustle and bustle during the holiday season. But any more, that hustle and bustle has turned into a chaotic environment! It’s push and hurry, and stressful. But I’ve discovered that I really like online shopping for Christmas buying. Shopping online I can do from my own home at my convenience and it is so much more relaxing and enjoyable. Plus, you can support small family businesses too. Check out my gift guide for more ideas. How to Can Cranberry Juice When cranberries come into season, stock up and use them to make your own cranberry juice! Homemade flavor is SO good. Learn about canning cranberry juice here. Homemade Orange Marmalade Hint: This & other jams/jellies/fruit spreads make great gifts themselves! With citrus in season and marked down at the store, it’s a good time to give a recipe like this a try, even if it is a bit complicated compared to other fruit recipes. Learn how to make orange marmalade. I hope these links are a blessing to your family as we celebrate the holidays and get ready for a new year that’s just around the corner! Have a great day, Sharon |