BOOK REVIEW: You Can Can by Jan Miller
Have you ever encountered a situation where you just
over-shopped and your pantry and fridge is overflowing with fresh produce that
if not used will end up as compost? What a waste...Ever tried thinking of a way
to salvage them? Never fear, canning is here! This is a fun and simple guide
that proves you really can can!
Canning and preserving your own fruits and vegetables is a
fun, affordable, and sustainable way to fill your pantry with the season’s
bounty all year long. With this inspirational-yet-practical guide, you’ll get
hands-on advice and helpful tips to start canning and preserving your market’s
favourites or the fresh produce from your own garden.
This information-packed resource is loaded with delicious
recipes, including pickles, jams, jellies, chutneys, and salsas. Inside, you’ll
find everything you need to get started.
Learn all the basics – from water baths to freezing
techniques – plus food safety tips and clever gift ideas. Step-by-step
instructions and beautiful photos guide you from garden-fresh to pantry-ready.
This book also includes detailed information on equipment and ingredients,
handy charts and lists, and tips on produce seasonality.
It has been a breeze for me now to make my very own jams and
jellies as my family consumes a lot of it. Buying is out of the question, what
with price tags burning a hole in our pockets as well as sugar levels going way
beyond RDI. I CAN CAN!
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