Publications

This booklet is designed for those who wish to reduce their salt intake or wish to add variety to their home-canned fish. Over two dozen variations are listed, and each suggestion has been field tested by Master Volunteers in food preservation.

Publication FNH-00224

An Alaska favorite, blueberries are a rich source of antioxidants and a great addition to many recipes. Included in this publication are sections on nutrition and health, selection, cleaning and storage, juice extraction, preparation and recipes for fruit leather, jams and jellies. This guide is a complete and practical resource for any berry enthusiast.

Publication FNH-00111

This publication is a step-by-step guidebook for the assembly and preparation of a can sealer. The identification of all sealer parts is clearly presented, and easy-to-understand instructions include photographs illustrating the procedure.

Publication FNH-00022

This publication has tips for creating attractive and safe canned food exhibits. There are sections on fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, pickles, relishes and more, with information on what judges look for and sample scorecards.

Publication FNH-00261

This simple guide educates youths and adolescents about the dangers of botulism. With extensive illustrations, it provides information on botulism risks and symptoms as well as proper food storage and other methods of botulism prevention. Botulism can kill—know the risks in order to protect yourself and others.

Publication FNH-00268

It shows you how to can acidic fruits, such as berries, strawberries and apples, using either a hot-pack or a raw-pack method. It includes recipes for syrup, as well as tables explaining which method works best for each fruit.

Publication FNH-00710

YouTube video. Provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process. The program reviews boiling water canner basics and pressure canner basics, including preparation, equipment, processes, cooling, storage and safety concerns associated with these methods. Makes a great resource for mastering home food preservation.

Publication FNH-01280

This guide details the preparation, preservation and use of canned moose and caribou. Information includes how to prepare the meat, jars and canner, jar processing, testing the seal, using canned meat and sample recipes.

Publication FNH-00226

This publication has everything you need to know about canning fish. Various sections describe what materials and ingredients to have ready, the proper step-by-step canning process and additional useful resources. Whether you are a novice or a pro, this useful guide will keep you get organized.

Publication FNH-00125

This detailed guide covers the necessary materials and practices for canning fish in quart jars. Sections include fish handling and preparation, equipment, packing, processing, safety and storage. Whether you are a novice or a pro, this guide will keep you organized.

Publication FNH-00126

Legumes, such as beans, lentils and peas, have been a food staple for thousands of years. This publication shows you how to use a pressure canner to preserve legumes using hot pack and raw pack methods.

Publication FNH-00720

This publication details the preparation and preservation of meat and poultry in jars. It includes information on meat preparation, using a pressure canner, using the meat after processing and sample recipes.

Publication FNH-00721

Canning vegetables is an ideal way of keeping summer flavors in your pantry. This publication explains how to choose and prepare vegetables for canning and provides instructions for using a pressure canner. It provides tips for getting the best flavor, as well as recipes.

Publication FNH-00722

YouTube video. This provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process for meat and fish in cans. The program reviews canning game meat in cans, canning fish in cans as well as the process of assembling a can sealer. Further described are the equipment, preparations, packing, canning, cooling and storage associated with the preservation methods as well as the preparation, materials, maintenance and process associated with the assembly of a can sealer. This makes a great resource for mastering home food preservation.

Publication FNH-01282

YouTube video. This provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process for meat and fish. There are instructions for canning game meat in cans and canning fish in cans and assembling a can sealer. There is also information on equipment, materials, packing, canning, cooling and storage. This makes a great resource for mastering home food preservation.

Publication FNH-01281

This detailed pamphlet covers all necessary materials and practices for canning meat. Sections describe what materials and ingredients to have ready, the proper step-by-step canning process and additional useful resources. Whether you are a novice or a pro, this guide will keep you get organized.

Publication FNH-00227

This publication offers an overview of the two research-based canning methods, boiling water and pressure, used to safely preserve a wide range of foods. It includes tips for preparing the food and basic steps for each canning method.

Publication FNH-00705

This publication provides step-by-step instructions for canning smoked fish. Information includes the ingredients and equipment you should have on hand and well as a list of related publications. Whether you are a novice or a pro, this guide will keep you organized.

Publication FNH-00129

This detailed guide covers the necessary materials and practices for canning fish. Sections describe fish handling and preparation, equipment, packing, processing, safety and storage. Whether you are a novice or a pro, this guide will keep you organized.

Publication FNH-00128

There's nothing like homegrown tomatoes in the pantry, and this publication will guide you through the process of safely canning your tomatoes for future use. There is general canning information as well as step-by-step instructions for processing tomatoes in either a water bath canner or a pressure canner. In addition, there are recipes for canning crushed tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, salsa and spaghetti sauce.

Publication FNH-00171

The publication provides guidance and detailed directions on canning walrus safely for long-term storage. Recipes for brines and marinades also are included.

Publication FNH-00124

The berries of the ornamental tree Prunus virginiana can be gathered in the fall and are a rich source of dietary fiber and vitamin K as well as a good source of manganese, potassium and vitamin B. This practical resource has information on nutrition, cleaning, storage, drying, juice extraction, freezing and canning as well as recipes for syrup, jelly, drinks, vinegar and butter.

Publication FNH-00113

Pressure canners are necessary to safely process low acid foods. However, it is important to check dial steam gauges tested annually. If that's not possible, this publication has instructions on switching a dial gauge to a weighted gauge.

Publication FNH-00603

Crowberries have been an important part of Native Alaskan diets for centuries and are gaining in popularity as people realize their high nutritional value. An excellent source of fiber and antioxidants, crowberries are found in most parts of Alaska. This publication tells when to pick crowberries for maximum sweetness and how to clean and store fresh berries, extract juice and freeze them for long-term storage. In addition to general instructions for canning, there are recipes for syrup, jelly and several types of pie.

Publication FNH-00117

Hghbush cranberries grow in most areas of Alaska. They are high in vitamin A and are a rich source of antioxidants. This publication has information on cleaning and storing the berries, juice extraction and canning. There are recipes for jam, jelly, juice, butter and sauce. This guide is a complete and practical resource for any berry enthusiast.

Publication FNH-00112

For longer-term storage, smoked fish must be frozen or canned. This publication has instructions on how to properly smoke and can smoked fish. There are sections on the smoking process, fish preparation, canning equipment and the proper canning procedure.

Publication FNH-00223

Freezing fish is effective only if the product is handled in such a way that its quality is kept near its peak freshness. This publication details the most effective techniques for home freezing fish to preserve quality, with information on proper cleaning, selection, preparation, labeling and thawing.

Publication FNH-00222

Freezing is one of the easiest, most convenient and least time-consuming methods of food preservation. This thorough guide has step-by-step instruction for blanching and freezing your own vegetables and lists the necessary equipment and supplies. It includes a blanching chart and photographs.

Publication FNH-00264

Learn how to make colorful, tasty fruit spreads such as jellies, jams, conserves and preserves with this step-by-step guide. Includes recipes for strawberry preserves, salmonberry jelly, blueberry jam and more.

Publication FNH-00730

YouTube video. This demonstrates how to make your own jams and jellies from fruits and berries. You'll find out what equipment you need as well as necessary and optional ingredients, including sweeteners, liquids and pectin. You'll also learn how to safely process your jams and jellies in a boiling water bath and how to cool and store your finished product.

Publication FNH-01290

YouTube video. This provides a thorough overview of basic canning and preserving processes for pickling foods. The program reviews the necessary steps for making sauerkraut, pickling vegetables and infusing vinegars. There is also information on equipment, storage methods, causes of spoilage and making herb, fruit and fruit juice vinegars. This makes a great resource for mastering home food preservation.

Publication FNH-01284

This publication provides guidance on what food preservation method might work best, based on the type of food, equipment, supplies and skills needed. The benefits of each option are discussed and canning methods to avoid are identified.

Publication FNH-00700

This publication is a comprehensive guide for using rhubarb in food preparation. With sections on nutrition, preparation, storage and recipes, this handbook is a must-have for anyone with an abundance of rhubarb. There are also recipes for sauces, desserts, pies, salads, relishes, beverages, jams, jellies and more.

Publication FNH-00064

Available Online Only. Outside resource. Most salsa recipes are a mixture of low-acid foods, such as onions and peppers, with acid food, such as tomatoes, and are appropriate for boiling water canning only if the level of acidity is adequate to prevent the production of the botulism toxin. This publication contains recipes that have been tested under laboratory conditions to ensure that they contain enough acid to be processed safely in a boiling water canner.

Publication PNW-00395

Sauerkraut is a naturally fermented cabbage. Natural fermentation is one of the oldest ways of preserving food. This detailed publication tells how to make your own sauerkraut, with information on equipment, storing, canning, freezing, spoilage problems and more. There are also recipes for bierocks, salads and even cake!

Publication FNH-00170

Paid publication. This publication for the University of Georgia covers all aspects of food preservation, including canning, pickling, making jellies and jams, freezing and drying. Each chapter includes a list of most frequently asked questions and a table of problems, causes and ways to prevent the problem from happening again. This is an exhaustive guidebook for all of your home-preserving needs.

Publication MGA-00989

This guide has information on nutrition, storage, freezing, canning and drying turnips as well as three pages of recipes. If you have a surplus of turnips, this publication is for you.

Publication FNH-00463

Paid publication. This publication has everything you need to know about using Alaska's wild berries. There is information on 18 different kinds of wild berries and other wild edibles, from blueberries to cloudberries and spruce tips. There are also tips for picking and preparing berries for storage, methods of preserving berries by freezing, drying or canning, and lots of recipes.

Publication FNH-00120

Available online only. Outside resource. This publication has tips for using and maintaining your home pressure canner. There are sections on canner types, safety features, general care, using and storing your pressure canner, dial gauge testing and more.

Publication PNW-00421

This publication is a must-have for anyone using cans to preserve food. It contains an overview of types of cans and other equipment needed and includes detailed instructions and illustrations to help with visual inspection of cans, lids and lid-sealing materials.

Publication FNH-00023

Although watermelon berries are common in Alaska along the coast in Southeast, in the central Yukon River area and in damp, wooded areas of the Interior, many Alaskans may be unfamiliar with this juicy, flavorful fruit. This publication tells how to identify the plants and provides information on cleaning and storing fresh berries, extracting juice, and freezing and drying berries for long-term storage. There are also recipes for making syrup and jelly and general instructions for canning.

Publication FNH-00123

Many Alaskans rely on freezers to store their food. But if the power goes out for an extended time or the freezer breaks down, this publication details how you can determine if the food is still safe, and how to preserve it by canning, pickling, drying and other methods.

Publication FNH-00080

Not only are wild roses beautiful, they also provide harvest opportunities throughout the spring, summer and fall. This publication has information on preserving and using both the rose petals and the rose hips, along with recipes and canning instructions.

Publication FNH-00114

Zucchini is a favorite of many home gardeners, often producing a surplus and sending gardeners looking for interesting ways to use and preserve it. This publication contains detailed information on preserving zucchini as well as dozens of different zucchini recipes for everything from soups and main dishes to breads, pickles and desserts.

Publication FNH-00260