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!