Ball Blue Book (1969)

Ball Blue Book Easy Guide to Tasty, Thrifty HomeCanning and Freezing (1969), is a beloved cookbook filled with nostalgic recipes for jams, conserves, vegetables and more! This vintage cookbook helps guide home cooks with canning practices established by the Ball Company in their original Ball Blue Book, that has been in print since 1909. This cookbook walks through the equipment, methods, and in-depth steps to help home cook learn from the best.

Strawberry Jam

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam

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