Jarring and Canning

by Bridget Heos

Overview

The urban farming movement continues to grow in popularity, and many urban farmers often find themselves with a surplus of produce. Through canning and jarring, urban farmers can continue to enjoy their crops throughout the winter. This guide to jarring and canning includes tips on what to do with a variety of fruits and vegetables, from jams to pickles, and has recipes for beginners as well as experienced canners. It provides important tips on safe canning and avoiding contamination as well.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781477717806
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2013
Series:	Urban Gardening and Farming for Teens Series , #2
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.12(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

Bridget Heos is the author of thirteen young adult nonfiction books. She lives in Kansas City with her husband and three sons. Visit her website at www.authorbridgetheos.com.

Joy Ang has illustrated several picture books, among them Mustache Baby and Mustache Baby Meets His Match. She lives in Edmonton, Canada, and can also be found at www.joyang.ca.

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Joining the Fresh Food Movement 7

Chapter 2 Getting Started 15

Chapter 3 Fruits in Syrup and Fruit Syrup 22

Chapter 4 Jams, Jellies, Butters, Preserves, Marmalades, and More 28

Chapter 5 Canning Vegetables 34

Chapter 6 Tomatoes and Tomato Sauces 40

Chapter 7 Pickles and Relishes 46

Glossary 51

For More Information 53

For Further Reading 56

Bibliography 59

Index 62