Food preservation is one of the most intimidating aspects of homesteading, yet one of the most important. Although there is a plethora of websites, books and blogs dedicated to learning how to preserve the harvest, people must search multiple places in order to gather the necessary information. For a beginner new to the world of preserving this leaves them frustrated and quite discouraged. The ideal tool for a newbie is a detailed reference guide, one such as The Farm Girl's Guide to Preserving the Harvest, that shares the basics on canning, dehydrating, freezing, fermenting, curing, and smoking, and how to use the right tools for each method. Homesteader and blogger Ann Accetta-Scott guides readers at the beginning, moderate or advanced levels of preserving. Newcomers to the world of preserving can start with a simple jam and jelly recipe using a hot water bath canner, while others may be advanced enough to have mastered the pressure canner and are ready to move onto curing and smoking meat and fish. The progression in this book will help the home preserver build confidence in the most common methods of preserving.

About the Author
Ann Accetta-Scott is a homesteader and blogger of A Farm Girl in the Making (www.afarmgirlinthemaking.com). She teaches classes in how to grow and preserve food. Ann and her family reside in the Puget Sound area of the State of Washington.

Reviews
"Ann has a teacher's heart when it comes to food preservation and homesteading, and each year she is asked back for her speaking engagements. From her upbeat and interactive attitude, to her truly in-depth teaching ability, attendees always walk away feeling inspired and confident in the new skills they've learned from Ann!" --Amy K. Fewell, founder of Homesteader's of America and author of The Homesteader's Herbal Companion -- Amy K. Fewell
"Not only does Ann possess a wealth of knowledge on a huge variety of topics, she is charming, relatable, and fun. Ann's approach makes the most novice homesteader feel confident and the most elusive of skills feel achievable. Her passion and excitement to share her experience is contagious. After working with Ann, you walk away feeling like you've made a friend." --Michelle Banks, operations manager, The Grange Supply
"Learning from Ann is like sitting with an old friend who is unveiling the simple truth behind a mystery subject. Her down-to-earth, authentic voice invites everyone to the table and is refreshing to hear." --Jessica Bishop, Scratch and Peck Feeds



Book Information
ISBN 9781493036646
Author Ann Accetta-Scott
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint The Lyons Press
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 585g
Dimensions(mm) 224mm * 171mm * 14mm