Bursting with a stunning array of both sweet and savory preserves, salsas, jams, jellies, pickles, meats, sauces, vegetables, butters and more, this definitive guide will become the last word on canning techniques for those who are interested in the art, science and secrets of preserving seasonal bounties. Detailed instructions for complying with the USDA guide for safe canning are featured and the user-friendly recipes are clearly written and easy to follow, making this a valuable resource for both novice and experienced canners alike.

Collects more than one hundred prize-winning recipes for jams, preserves, pickles, vegetables, fruit, and more, that celebrate the American traditions of preserved food and state fairs, and includes information on canning techniques and equipment.

Blue Ribbon Preserves features the award-winning recipes, canning tips, and methods for making preserves that have made Linda J. Amendt one of the top prize-winning cooks in the nation. This handy and helpful volume explains how to make the finest jams, jellies, marmalades, preserves, conserves, butters, curds, fruit, vegetables, juices, sauces, pickles, vinegars, syrups, and specialty preserves. Plus, it has a complete canning guide with the latest methods and safety precautions.

Description: ABC of Wartime Canning. Published for the Blue Ribbon Creamery, D.H. Bedford, New York City.