Publisher's Synopsis
Preserving Vegetables By Salting, Drying, And Storing: A Saving Of Expensive Equipment Glass And Tin Containers, Fuel (1918) is a comprehensive guidebook on how to preserve vegetables through salting, drying, and storing. Published by the United States Food Administration during World War I, the book aims to promote food conservation and reduce waste during a time of shortages and rationing. The book provides detailed instructions on how to properly salt and dry various vegetables, including beans, peas, corn, and tomatoes, as well as how to store them for long periods of time without the need for expensive glass or tin containers. The book also includes tips on how to save fuel during the preservation process, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in sustainable living or food preservation. Overall, Preserving Vegetables By Salting, Drying, And Storing is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the challenges of food conservation during a time of war and provides practical advice that is still relevant today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.