The December Canning Class schedule is now available at the Hernando Little Rock Cannery, 15487 Citrus Way in Brooksville. Sign up as classes fill quickly for some of these.

What you get when you pay for a class at the Hernando Little Rock Cannery:

• Knowledge! You get to learn how to make a new recipe from scratch. You get to learn how to can that recipe. You get to learn how to utilize that canned product into a meal for you and/or your family.
• You get a snack or meal, depending on what the class is! This is so you can taste what you made and to get one idea of how to use that jar.
• You get to meet new people and make new friends! Lots of people have made new and lasting friendships from our classes.
• By purchasing a class, you are also supporting the Cannery! Every class helps keep our doors open by helping us pay our bills. We are a non-profit Organization and rely on donations, classes, grants, Cannery store purchases and Volunteers to keep us up and running.
• You get to shop in our Cannery store and check out what local small businesses have to offer while waiting for your jars to process. Every purchase helps a local small business and helps support the Cannery!
• You always go home with 1 jar of what you made that day, a recipe to make it again on your own and the hands-on experience!

Turkey and Gravy in a Jar

Date: Thursday December 1, 2022 Time: 5 pm to 8 pm Teacher: Angela and Tim

This is almost a complete meal in a jar! Just thicken it to finish the gravy when you heat it, then pour over potatoes or rice. This is a great way to preserve all that leftover turkey! We will be using the pressure canning method to preserve this deliciousness. All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $45 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable Please bring a small box to transport your jar home in. https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/turkey-and-gravy-in-a-jar  

Rotel Style Diced Tomatoes

Date: Thursday December 8, 2022 Time: 11 am to 2 pm Teacher: Janet

In this class you will learn how to make those delicious Diced Rotel Style tomatoes that are multi use. These can be added to chili, casseroles, and more! All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $30 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/rotel-style-diced-tomatoes

Bloody Mary Mix

Date: Sunday December 11, 2022 Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Teacher: Janet

This spicy tomato juice will liven up Sunday brunch, whether you add the Vodka or not! All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $30 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/bloody-mary-mix

Xmas Jam

Date: Friday December 16, 2022 Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Teacher: Janet

Xmas Jam is perfect for the holiday season. Made from fresh strawberries and cranberries, plus pectin and sugar = YUM!! All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $25 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/xmas-jam

Cranberry Rum Sauce

Date: Saturday December 17, 2022 Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Teacher: Nancy

This uniquely flavored condiment is wonderful with scones, toasted crumpets or English muffins. It also makes a deliciously different accompaniment to poultry, pork or game. All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $25 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/cranberry-rum-sauce

Ham and Bean Soup

Date: Sunday December 18, 2022 Time: 3 pm to 6 pm Teacher: Angela and Tim

In this class you will learn how to make and can this hearty Ham and Bean Soup. All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $45 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/ham-and-bean-soup

Caponata Sauce

Date: Wednesday December 21, 2022 Time: 10:30 to 1:30 pm Teacher: Janet

Packed with tangy oven-roasted eggplant, this Caponata Sauce delivers bold Mediterranean flavors in every spoonful. Serve with a fresh loaf of your favorite crusty bread for a perfect appetizer, or over pasta as a hearty entrée. All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $35 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/caponata-sauce

Chicken and Gravy in a Jar

Date: Thursday, March 17, 2022 Time: 11 am to 2 pm Teacher: Janet

This is almost a complete meal in a jar! Just thicken it to finish the gravy when you heat it, then pour over potatoes or rice. We will be using the pressure canning method to preserve this deliciousness. All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $45 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable Please bring a small box to transport your jar home in. https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/chicken-and-gravy-in-a-jar

Beef in Wine Sauce

Date: Friday December 30, 2022 Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Teacher: Janet

In this class you will learn how to make and can Beef in Wine Sauce. This is a great recipe served over Mashed Potatoes! All Students will go home with a jar of product made in class. This is a hands-on class. Price: $45 per person This class is limited to a max 8 persons. Classes are non-refundable https://www.hernandogrowers.org/service-page/beef-in-wine-sauce

December 2022 Canning Class Schedule Now Available at Hernando Little Rock Cannery

Each month, the Hernando Grower’s Association holds classes to teach residents how to prepare and preserve food using traditional canning methods in the Hernando Little Rock Cannery commercial kitchen, located at 15487 Citrus Way in Brooksville.

All classes require advance signups. The Hernando County Little Rock Cannery is run by the Hernando County Growers Association. You can find more information and sign up for all classes at https://www.hernandogrowers.org/ or call (352)270-3071!