Our topic today is low sugar jam and jelly (along with sugar free jams and jellies). Now, don’t get me wrong, I love canning low sugar jams. I actually experimented with NO sugar jam a few years ago, and I discovered that my family prefers SOME sugar. These days, we stick with lessening the sugar […]
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Sugar Free Jam Ideas
With Sharon Peterson Are you interested in no sugar jam? I am! However…. My husband and boys like the sugar so I have only experimented with low sugar varieties. My sister in law Trish makes no sugar jams all the time… so I asked for her tips. This is what she shared. My questions are […]
Substitute Honey for Sugar in Canning
With Sharon Peterson For sugarless canning one option is to substitute honey for sugar. A natural sweetener, honey is healthy and safe…. unlike an artificial sweetener. I’d encourage any of you to try using honey if you are cutting down on your processed sugar intake. Healthy Sugar Substitutes Here are some things to remember when […]
Pomona’s Pectin
Pamona’s Pectin is for those who want to cut sugar in their canning! Designed to work with very low amounts of sweetener, this is perfect for making jams and jellies. Learn more at SimplyCanning.com
Canning with Splenda
With Sharon Peterson Canning with Splenda is an option that some diabetics or people who just want to lower white sugar intake will ask me about. Personally… I don’t use or recommend Splenda. BUT, I have found some information for you. I’m amazed at how divisive this page can be. I get such reactions. I […]