Home Canning of Fruits and Vegetables
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"Home Canning of Fruits and Vegetables" by the U.S. Department of Agriculture is a comprehensive guide on home canning techniques written in the mid-20th century. This scientific publication serves as a manual for individuals interested in preserving their own fruits and vegetables through various canning methods and equipment. The book covers essential topics related to safely canning food, ensuring quality and longevity while preventing spoilage. The book provides detailed instructions on selecting
suitable equipment for canning, including boiling-water-bath canners and steam-pressure canners based on the type of food being preserved. It outlines the entire canning process, from preparation and packing to processing and storage. Readers can find specific guidelines and recipes for canning a variety of fruits and vegetables, including necessary processing times and techniques to ensure food safety and taste. Additionally, it addresses common questions and pitfalls to avoid, making it an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced canners. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | United States. Agricultural Research Service. Human Nutrition Research Division |
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| Title | Home Canning of Fruits and Vegetables |
| Original Publication | United States: U. S. Government Printing Office, 1965. |
| Series Title | United States Department of Agriculture. Home and Garden Bulletin No. 8 |
| Credits | Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Canning and preserving |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66136 |
| Release Date | Aug 25, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 349 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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