About the Book

This comprehensive guide to preserving features one hundred delicious sweet and savory recipes—from jams to pickles, chutneys, sauces, cheeses, cordials and more!

Food writer and home economist Joanna Farrow teaches the traditional art of preserving in this accessible guide for both aspiring and experienced preservers. Following detailed advice on choosing the right ingredients and equipment, the one hundred recipes cover every kind of preserve for every time of year.

The scrumptious recipes include traditional preserves such as Gooseberry and Elderflower Jam, Damson Cheese, and Chilli Tomato Chutney, as well as the more adventurous Oven Dried Tomatoes in Fennel Oil, Cherry and Almond Ratafia, and Syrupy Poached Kumquats. From vodka and gin to curds and butters, there really is something to preserve for everyone’s taste!