Preserving and Canning for Beginners : Quick and Easy Ways to Can, Pickle, and Jam All Your Favorite Veggies, Fruits, and Meats

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

• 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