Editors of the Harvard Common Press

In one concise volume—adapted from Harvard Common Press’ The Ultimate Guide to Canning and Preserving—you can learn and master all the ways to put up food in jars.

Whether you are a gardener, a fan of farmers’ markets, or just someone who likes to browse the bountiful produce at the supermarket, canning and preserving are easy, fun, and affordable ways to enjoy fresh-grown foods all year long. Preserving and Canning for Beginners covers every method, from water-bath and pressure canning, pickling and jam-making, and beyond!

With clear, easy-to-follow instructions and color photographs, this book provides all the information you need to know to get started today, including:
 • An overview of canning equipment
 • Basic steps to canning foods safely and easily
 • Recipes for preserving everything from tomatoes and jams to soups, sauces, and other hearty meals
 • Tips on how to find the freshest local produce

The 75+ recipes include lots of preparations, both savory and sweet, from blue-ribbon classics to new creations. Preserve and enjoy:
 • Four variations on Tomato Ketchup
 • Taco Sauce
 • Green Tomato Chutney
 • Spicy Dilly Beans
 • Sweet and Spicy Ginger Carrot Coins
 • Chicken or Turkey Broth
 • Creamy Squash Soup
 • Cherry-Port Preserves
 • Apple-Raisin-Walnut Conserve
 • And much more

This accessible book teaches beginners how to get started and gives seasoned veterans new techniques and recipes to try!

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