Ball Complete Book Of Home Preserving (Hardcover) by Kingry, Judi and Devine, Lauren

Ball Complete Book Of Home Preserving (Hardcover) by Kingry, Judi and Devine, Lauren

Hardcover; Published 5/15/2006; 400 Pages; ISBN 9780778801399

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From the experts, the definitive book on home preserving.


Ball Home Canning Products are the gold standard in home preserving supplies, the trademark jars on display in stores every summer from coast to coast. Now the experts at Ball have written a book destined to become the bible of home preserving.


As nutrition and food quality has become more important, home canning and preserving has increased in popularity for the benefits it offers:



  • Cooks gain control of the ingredients, including organic fruits and vegetables
  • Preserving foods at their freshest point locks in nutrition
  • The final product is free of chemical additives and preservatives
  • Store-bought brands cannot match the wonderful flavor of homemade
  • Only a few hours are needed to put up a batch of jam or relish
  • Home preserves make a great personal gift any time of year


    These 400 innovative and enticing recipes include everything from salsas and savory sauces to pickling, chutneys, relishes and of course, jams, jellies, and fruit spreads, such as



  • Mango-Raspberry Jam, Damson Plum Jam
  • Crab Apple Jelly, Green Pepper Jelly
  • Spiced Red Cabbage, Pickled Asparagus
  • Roasted Red Pepper Spread, Tomatillo Salsa
  • Brandied Apple Rings, Apricot-Date Chutney


    The book includes comprehensive directions on safe canning and preserving methods plus lists of required equipment and utensils. Specific instructions for first-timers and handy tips for the experienced make the Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving a valuable addition to any kitchen library.

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    Recommended by 100% of reviewers   |   Rated a "Good Value" by 66% of reviewers
    by Rebecca, AZ
    July 30, 2006

    I feel that Book's in general are over priced.

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    A very helpful book for old and young.
    by Marie, NY
    August 21, 2008

    I have been using this book and now my oldest granddaughter will be using it to make her first spaghetti sauce. I just love the way things are written and explained. I have told everyone about it and where I purchased it.

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    Need a gift for the friend or family member that truly has everything? How about giving them a jar of homemade jam or preserves. Nothing says you care like something from your kitchen that's made with love.