Grow. Cook. Preserve.: The Complete Guide to Sustainable Food

Fresh, sustainable foods and delicious, handcrafted dishes--right at home!

Vibrant, crisp greens. Juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes. Sweet, mouthwatering strawberries. With Grow. Cook. Preserve., you'll grow sustainable produce right in your own home. Whether you have a giant backyard or just a balcony, this book shows you how to build a thriving garden and feed your family nutritious, homegrown food all year long. From where to plant and what crops to sow to maintaining a balanced ecology, you'll learn everything you need to know about cultivating sustainable foods, including how to:

• Grow vegetables and fruits by season
• Create the ideal composting environment
• Reduce your water usage • Preserve and can your harvests
• Craft farm-to-table entrees, desserts, sauces, jellies, and more