These days, everyone is looking to save time. We aim to help! We will offer a simple tip for everything from home renovation to cleaning to home buying in this space every month.

Today’s tip: Consider canning to lock in garden freshness throughout the year

It’s the time of year when vegetable gardens finally start to flourish. After weeks of waiting for one tomato, gardeners now find dozens – too many to eat while they’re still fresh. If that’s your situation, why not try the old-fashioned art of canning? It’s been a favorite option ever since John L. Mason invented his reusable jars. Canning isn’t difficult, but it takes some know-how. Here are step-by-step instructions from serious eats website on canning everything from tomatoes to pickles to fruit.