A complete set of recipes for home canning and pickling of fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, meat and ready meals. They are both age-tested recipes of our grandmothers, as well as modern recipes that are gaining more and more popularity. What could be better than home-made preserves, where we can influence the quality of the ingredients used, utilize seasonal foods and surpluses from the gardens. The manual also contains detailed procedures including many tips and tricks for home canning.