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The Complete Guide to Home Canning: Current Printing | Official U.S. Department of Agriculture Information Bulletin No. 539
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Home canning has changed greatly in the 180 years since it was introduced as a way to preserve food. Scientists have found ways to produce safer, higher quality products. The Complete Book of Home Canning is a comprehensive guide to canning put out by the United States Department of Agriculture.
The first part of the book explains the scientific principles on which canning techniques are based, discusses canning equipment, and describes the proper use of jars and lids. It describes basic canning ingredients and procedures and how to use them to achieve safe, high-quality canned products. Finally, it helps you decide whether or not and how much to can.
The second part is a series of canning guides for specific fruit; tomatoes; vegetables; poultry, red meat, and seafood; fermented foods and vegetables; and jams and jellies. contains many new research-based recommendations for canning safer and better-quality food at home.
Newly revised and updated, this practical, easy-to-follow pressure canning guide offers food shoppers an attractive, high-quality alternative to processed and under nourishing foods. All the canning basics you need to know are Great for preppers and budget conscious cooks. Also included are scores of simply written pressure canning recipes
A must have book. Buy Your Copy Today!
Home canning has changed greatly in the 180 years since it was introduced as a way to preserve food. Scientists have found ways to produce safer, higher quality products. The Complete Book of Home Canning is a comprehensive guide to canning put out by the United States Department of Agriculture.
The first part of the book explains the scientific principles on which canning techniques are based, discusses canning equipment, and describes the proper use of jars and lids. It describes basic canning ingredients and procedures and how to use them to achieve safe, high-quality canned products. Finally, it helps you decide whether or not and how much to can.
The second part is a series of canning guides for specific fruit; tomatoes; vegetables; poultry, red meat, and seafood; fermented foods and vegetables; and jams and jellies. contains many new research-based recommendations for canning safer and better-quality food at home.
Newly revised and updated, this practical, easy-to-follow pressure canning guide offers food shoppers an attractive, high-quality alternative to processed and under nourishing foods. All the canning basics you need to know are Great for preppers and budget conscious cooks. Also included are scores of simply written pressure canning recipes
A must have book. Buy Your Copy Today!
200 pages, Paperback
Published March 29, 2020
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September 18, 2026
★★★★★
A practical and reassuring guide for anyone interested in home canning. What I appreciate most is the clear, methodical approach to preserving food safely. The information is presented in a straightforward way, making it much easier to understand the important principles behind canning rather than simply following recipes without knowing why each step matters.
The range of topics covered makes this feel like a useful reference to keep on hand, whether you are new to home canning or want a dependable source to revisit. I especially liked the emphasis on proper preparation, processing methods, and food safety. The detailed guidance gives the process a more organized and manageable feel.
This is the kind of book that encourages confidence in the kitchen while reminding readers that careful technique is essential when preserving food. It is informative, practical, and focused on helping readers develop good canning habits.
For anyone looking for a comprehensive reference on home canning, this is a valuable addition to a kitchen bookshelf. Five stars for its us
A practical and reassuring guide for anyone interested in home canning. What I appreciate most is the clear, methodical approach to preserving food safely. The information is presented in a straightforward way, making it much easier to understand the important principles behind canning rather than simply following recipes without knowing why each step matters.
The range of topics covered makes this feel like a useful reference to keep on hand, whether you are new to home canning or want a dependable source to revisit. I especially liked the emphasis on proper preparation, processing methods, and food safety. The detailed guidance gives the process a more organized and manageable feel.
This is the kind of book that encourages confidence in the kitchen while reminding readers that careful technique is essential when preserving food. It is informative, practical, and focused on helping readers develop good canning habits.
For anyone looking for a comprehensive reference on home canning, this is a valuable addition to a kitchen bookshelf. Five stars for its us
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January 19, 2022
Love the book
I can't wait to use some of the recipes. Hoping to do the blueberry jam tomorrow. So excited we shall see how it goes!
I can't wait to use some of the recipes. Hoping to do the blueberry jam tomorrow. So excited we shall see how it goes!
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