From the author of The Homestyle Amish Kitchen Cookbook comes this collection of recipes, hints, and Plain wisdom for everyone who loves the idea of preserving foods. Whether instructing a beginning canner or helping a seasoned cook hone her skills, Georgia Varozza shows people how to get the very best out of their food. Here, readers will find: a short history of canning; lists of all the tools and supplies needed to get started; basic instructions for safe canning; recipes for canning fruit, vegetables, meat, soups, sauces, and more; and guidelines for adapting recipes to fit personal tastes.