Pickles To Relish by Beverly Ellen Schoonmaker Alfeld

Alfeld does it again with another book that not only educates you, but also inspires you. Pickles to Relish is another must-have for canners, home cooks and experts alike.

Beverly Alfeld is an educator, horticulture expert, and cookbook author. Having completed the school of instruction in food processed by the Food and Drug Administration, she is the perfect candidate to pen a cookbook about how to pickle food without fear of contamination.

Pickles to Relish is a comprehensive guide to educating new people, as well as experienced cooks in the art of food preservation. With Alfeld's knowledge on the processing method, you too will feel confident as you embark on your latest culinary adventure. With pickles, relishes, chutneys and sauces, not only will you learn how to preserve food but you will discover numerous recipes worth trying. Included in this book is a pH guide, a resource guide and also where to go to share your love of pickles with other picklers!

Pickles to Relish is also beautifully photographed by seasoned photographer, Jim Smith. His work has been featured in advertising, books, hotels and in fine art stores.

Some of my favorite recipes I tried from this book are: Jamlady's Bunny Relish, Spicy Pickled Blueberries and Basic Pumpkin Chutney.

With the holidays approaching, pick up a copy of Pickles to Relish. During these harsh economic times, growing our own food is practical, as well as more healthful. Then, you can utilize your bumper crops in a more creative fashion and will have some lovely gift ideas too! By the way, even Charlie Trotter gives his kudos to this gem!

Other titles by this author: The Jamlady Cookbook.

Pickles to Relish
by Beverly Ellen Schoonmaker Alfeld
Photography by Jim Smith
Pelican Publishing, 2008