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The Joy of Keeping a Root Cellar: Canning, Freezing, Drying, Smoking, and Preserving the Harvest,Used
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The winning team behind The Joy of Keeping Chickens returns, this time with a complete guide to building and maintaining a root cellareven if its just a dark and cool closet. This cheap, easy, energysaving way will keep the harvest fresh all year long. Here, readers will learn:Which fruits and vegetables store bestHow to build a root cellar in the country, suburbs, or cityHow to deal with specific environmental challengesStorage techniques ranging from canning to pickling and smoking to dryingRecipes for everything from tomato sauce to venison jerkyRoot cellaring isnt just for offthegrid types or farmers with large gardens. Storing food makes good sense, both financially and environmentally. And root cellars can easily fit anywhere. In this intelligent, convincing book, authors Megyesi and Hansen show how to make them part of every readers life.Skyhorse Publishing, along with our Good Books and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of cookbooks, including books on juicing, grilling, baking, frying, home brewing and winemaking, slow cookers, and cast iron cooking. Weve been successful with books on glutenfree cooking, vegetarian and vegan cooking, paleo, raw foods, and more. Our list includes French cooking, Swedish cooking, Austrian and German cooking, Cajun cooking, as well as books on jerky, canning and preserving, peanut butter, meatballs, oil and vinegar, bone broth, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Joy of Keeping a Root Cellar'? A: The book primarily focuses on how to build and maintain a root cellar to store fruits and vegetables, offering techniques for canning, freezing, drying, and smoking food to preserve the harvest.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Jennifer Megyesi, who is known for her expertise in sustainable living and food preservation.
- Q: What type of information can I expect to find in this book? A: Readers can expect to find detailed guidance on building root cellars, the best storage techniques for various produce, recipes for preservation, and tips on overcoming environmental challenges.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in food preservation? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for beginners, providing step-by-step instructions and practical tips that can be easily understood and implemented.
- Q: What are some of the storage techniques discussed in the book? A: The book covers various storage techniques, including canning, pickling, smoking, and drying, making it versatile for different food preservation methods.
- Q: Can root cellaring be done in small spaces? A: Absolutely, the book illustrates that root cellaring can be done in small spaces, such as a dark and cool closet, making it feasible for urban dwellers.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages, providing extensive information on the subject.
- Q: When was 'The Joy of Keeping a Root Cellar' published? A: The book was published on August 2, 2016.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any recipes included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes recipes for various preservation methods, such as tomato sauce and venison jerky, making it a practical resource for readers.