Publisher's Synopsis
An overabundance of fruits and vegetables from a bountiful garden or bulk shopping spree at the farmers' market can leave cooks in the kitchen wondering how to stretch out their stash. By learning how to safely preserve foods at home, you can reap the rewards of a bumper crop of fruit or even a big pot of chili when you're shuffling through your pantry or freezer for a last-minute meal.
In this book we'll take a look at various preservation techniques for canning fruits and vegetables as well as meat. We'll also look at the best methods for pickling, fermenting and dehydrating as well as setting up a root cellar. Many recipes are included that have been time tested and perfected through years of practice.
