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What does it take to become a Master Food Preserver Volunteer in El Dorado County? UC Master Food Preserver Volunteers: Teach safe food preeservation methods in our local communityShare knowledge about preserving fresh and healthy producePrevent botulism in home canningPromote research-based…

Join Master Gardeners and the Master Food Preserver volunteers in a wonderful presentation on how to grow and preserve citrus. Come see how you can grow citrus successfully in our community.

What does it take to become a Master Food Preserver Volunteer in El Dorado County? UC Master Food Preserver Volunteers: Teach safe food preeservation methods in our local communityShare knowledge about preserving fresh and healthy producePrevent botulism in home canningPromote research-based…

Hosted by the UC Master Food Preservers ProgramMultiple UC Master Food Preserver Programs are offering a combination online/in-person group training in 2026 for new volunteers. At these online training information meetings, you'll learn what the UC Master Food Preserver Program is, how it operates locally,…

Buon Appetito!Join our Master Food Preservers for a delightful culinary experience where you'll learn to prepare, preserve, and serve a delicious Italian-inspired meal. As our honored guest, you'll enjoy each course crafted with care and flavor.First Course: Crostini topped with your own preserved bruschetta…

In this class basic pressure canning will be presented. You will learn how to safely can soups and stews for your winter meals. This class is suitable for beginners and advanced.

Learn how dehydrating and freezing safely preserve fruits, vegetables, and herbs by slowing microbial growth and enzyme activity. This class covers food safety, equipment options, storage tips, and creative ways to use preserved foods at home.

Treats & Time-Saving Tips for Low-Stress Holiday Fun! In this “entertaining” class, we’ll present a variety of easy homemade preserves and creative ways to use, present, and gift them. From cozy family/friend get-togethers to big festive parties, from mocktails to dessert, these recipes and ideas…

Make your own turkey broth from your holiday turkey. In this hands-on pressure canning class, you will bring in your homemade turkey broth (we provide a recipe) and we will help you can it. This class is suitable for beginners and advanced food preservers.