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The Updated Ball Blue Book®
If you are a seasoned canner, then chances are you are familiar with the Ball Blue Book®.
And if you are new to canning, this is a resource you may want to familiarize yourself with.
It’s nothing mysterious.
The Ball Blue Book® is just a canning book with over 500 recipes.
It is considered by some to be the only book you need on canning.
Although I wouldn’t go as far as saying THAT…
I do feel the Blue Book is an excellent resource for canners – especially if you are just starting out.
It was recently completely revised and released the end of 2014. (Edition 37 is the latest version)
This is just a quick post to give you the low down on this popular canning guide.
ALSO…in celebration of canning season, I’m giving away a FREE copy of this latest edition. (Details below)
Whoot!
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Cheap and Free Produce for Canning
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