Peachesmichigan-Grownea Cpeacheshes Are Available Between August and September
FOOD PRESERVATION SERIES PPeachesMichigan-grownea cpeacheshes are available between August and September Wash hands before and after handling RECOMMENDED VARIETIES fresh produce. Varietal types generally frozen include: “Yellow Wash fruits thoroughly under running water. freestone” (yellow-fleshed varieties), “White Do not use soap or detergent. If necessary, use a freestone” that (white fleshed) and “Red freestone” clean, produce brush to scrub off dirt or soil. Dry ( red coloring). Suitable choices for freezing and with paper or cloth towel. canning include Crest Haven, Red Haven, Allstar, Bellaire, Canadian Harmony, Goldstar, Fayette, Use a separate cutting board for fruits, Glohaven, Loring, Newhaven, Rio Oso Gem and and keep away from raw meat, poultry and Sunbeam. Elberta, Belle of Georgia and Champton seafood peaches are recommended for canning. Fay Elberta is ideal for preserves. Follow standardized procedures recommended by the United States Department of Agriculture for home canning. trim loss Freestones – approximately 15 percent from pits hOW TO STORE and skins. If you have to wash before storage, pat fruits yield dry with paper towel. Store in the refrigerator at 40 F, preferably in the crisper drawer to help retain moisture. 1 pound 3 medium peaches (2 cups, sliced) Store processed canned products in a cool, 1 lug (22 pounds) 16-24 pints frozen 7-11 quarts canned dry area. 17 ½ pounds canner load of 7 quarts 11 pounds canner load of 9 pints 1 bushel 32-48 pints frozen QUICK AND EASY SERVING TIPS (48 pounds) 16-24 quarts canned (2 ½ pounds per quart) Eat fresh as a snack. ½ bushel 40 cups frozen (large brown bag) Include in fruit salads and pastries recipe FOOD SAFETY TIPS Purchase fruits that are not bruised or PEACH COBBLER (6 Servings) damaged.
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