My love affair with fresh food started in childhood. Growing up in a family with 6 children it was necessary for us to have our own vegetable garden in the back yard. I remember picking green beans and helping prepare them for our evening meal. I also remember helping with the canning and the freezing of our freshly picked produce.
After I got married, I planted my own garden. I continued to raise my own fresh vegetables. As a young bride, I was able to stretch our food budget by growing much of what we ate. Once again, I put my canning and freezing skills to good use.
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