More than 75 recipes -- presented for the first time ever -- with the clear, comprehensive instructions you've come to expect from the Joy of Cooking

* Easy-to-follow recipes adhere to USDA guidelines for canned fruits and vegetables, jams and preserves

* Everything you need to know to capture the intense flavors of fruits and vegetables from the garden or farm stand, or to make beautiful gifts of jewel-colored jams and jellies

* Timesaving techniques from microwave oven jams to quick pickles, classic recipes such as Strawberry Jam and Canned Tomatoes as well as exciting new recipes including Christmas Conserves and Four Citrus Marmalade