Grinding Grain, Different Sweeteners, and Canning Supplies Shortage

With the autumn season in full swing, I’m glad that I had the chance to chat with my Kitchen Pioneers on Thursday, November 5, 2020. I always enjoy discussing your questions, and I love learning about where you’re located and the types of traditional foods you are making. Among other topics during the live stream, we talked about grinding grain, using different sweeteners, and the canning supplies shortage.

This live stream replay is available to Kitchen Pioneers who have joined my YouTube membership community—The Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy.

Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy Videos

These live stream video replays are available to members of the Traditional Foods Kitchen Academy, who we call Kitchen Pioneers. You can learn more about my optional YouTube membership community, including members-only videos and exclusive perks.

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In addition to links to the latest Kitchen Academy vodcasts, this blog post lists some of the public videos that I talk about in my live stream.

Grinding Whole Grains

Many members enjoy grinding their whole grains to make flour. If you haven’t seen the Mockmill grain grinder in action, watch my Mockmill unboxing and test video.

Using Sucanat Instead of White Sugar

I was excited to learn that many members were using having success in substituting Sucanat instead of white sugar in their recipes. Their families don’t notice a difference in taste, and they are able to enjoy all the nutrients that Sucanat provides. Sucanat stands for Sugar Cane Natural, which is essentially dried cane juice.

Many of us like the Wholesome brand of Sucanat, which you can find, along with Allulose and their other products, at your local grocery store or online. And here are some delicious cookie recipes, including healthy cowboy cookies, that you can use with Sucanat:

Canning Supplies Shortage

I shared my concerns about seeing shortages of canning supplies in my local grocery stores. Some members talked about how they’ve seen some supplies arrive at their stores, but the inventory has been random. One member shared some good news that their store has been getting canning jars in larger quantities.

As your local grocery stores and online retailers restock their canning inventory, you’ll be able to replenish your supplies and begin those canning projects that you had put on hold. If you’re new to water bath canning, here are some videos from my Canning 101 series that will help get you started.

After you get your canning equipment, here are two water bath canning projects you can try. The first is an easy Low Sugar Strawberry Jam. Once you feel comfortable with the water bath canning process, you can make Marmalade for a delicious treat!

Kitchen Academy Videos

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Why We Should Incorporate Mackerel Into Our Diet

Easy and nourishing ways to enjoy mackerel into your meals.

The Gentle Power of Fermented Beverages—All Year Long

Learn how fermented beverages gently support digestion year-round, shifting with the seasons to nourish the gut through traditional, living drinks.

How to Make Oatmeal Higher in Protein (The Old-Fashioned Way)

Turn simple oats into a hearty, protein-rich porridge.

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For an extensive list of the traditional foods you can make and purchase to stock your pantry, be sure to download my free 36-page Traditional Foods Pantry List. This comprehensive eBook is full of links to recipe videos, helpful articles, and more!

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Favorite Whole Sweeteners

• Sucanat
• Maple Sugar
• Coconut Sugar
• Date Sugar

Favorite Food Storage Supplies

To learn about the best long-term food storage containers for your extended or prepper pantry, be sure to watch my tutorial video.

• Handheld Food Saver
• Food Saver Jar Adapter Kit
• Food Saver Space Saver Kit
• 32-Ounce Canning/Storage Jars
• Presto Dehydrator
• Excalibur Dehydrator
• 5 Gallon Storage Buckets
• Mylar Bags (1 Gallon) (5 Gallon)
• Oxygen Absorbers
• Silica Gel Packs

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Recommended Reading

• The Modern Pioneer Cookbook
• The Modern Pioneer Pantry
• Nourishing Traditions
• Baking with Whole Grains: Recipes, Tips, and Tricks for Baking Cookies, Cakes, Scones, Pies, Pizza, Breads, and More!
• Peter Reinhart’s Whole Grain Breads: New Techniques, Extraordinary Flavor
• Ball Canning Back to Basics
• USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning