Preserving Tomatoes: A 'How To' Resource

At a glance..

Learn to can the ideal fruit and/or vegetable - acidic tomatoes. Preserving tomatoes is easy with this instructional 'how to' guide explaining canning techniques and different methods of preparation.

The details..

Preserving Food: Canning 'Tomatoes and Tomato Products' is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in learning how to can tomatoes at home. The book covers everything from the necessary equipment to selecting the right type of tomatoes for canning. It also includes recipes for various tomato products such as salsa, spaghetti sauce, and ketchup.

The book emphasizes safety throughout the entire process of canning. It explains that organisms that cause food spoilage are always present in air, water, and soil but they can be destroyed through proper heating or processing techniques. Additionally, it highlights the importance of using only sterilized jars with two-piece metal lids specifically designed for home-canning purposes.

One unique feature of this book is its discussion on acidification - adding lemon juice or citric acid - which helps ensure safe preservation by increasing acidity levels in borderline acidic foods like whole or crushed tomatoes before processing them in boiling water bath or pressure canner methods. This step ensures that harmful bacteria cannot grow during storage.

Overall Preserving Food: Canning 'Tomatoes ana'Tomato Products' is an excellent resource for those who want to learn about preserving their own food while ensuring maximum safety standards are met.