Lindsey Appleford

Homestead Cooking Lindsey Appleford

HOMESTEAD COOKING Food Preservation Basics Canning and freezing your garden vegetables lets you enjoy the taste of summer produce year around. I know food preservation sounds intimidating, especially canning, but don't let it scare you. This easy-to-follow guide will have you happily and safely canning your tomatoes and freezing your green beans in no time. Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: Food Preservation 101: Basic Terms and DefinitionsChapter 2: Avoid Contamination: Best Food Safety PracticesChapter 3: Freezing and Drying: The Lighter Side of Food PreservationChapter 4: Water Bath Canning: Tomatoes and Pickles and Salsas, Oh My!Chapter 5: Building Steam: Introduction to Pressure CanningConclusion