More and more people are beginning to can and preserve, whether for health benefits or to save money. Complete with step-by-step instructions, recipes, and tips, this book is a must for beginning and experienced canners alike. With this book you will learn to:<br><ul><br><li>Preserve fresh foods by drying, freezing, canning, and pickling<br><li>Find and use the tools needed to can and preserve foods at home<br><li>Take safety precautions to prevent food contamination<br><li>Can all-natural broths, soups, and stews<br><li>Dry herbs and spices from the garden for year-round use<br><li>Make festive food gifts?from jams and jellies to dressings and sauces<br></ul><br>In addition to a wealth of information and 100 great recipes, you will find a glossary of terms they can reference and an appendix of resources, including lists of products, books, and websites, to help you find everything you need to begin canning today!