I loved this book so much, and wanted to try so many recipes from it that I actually just decided to buy the book. Not only are there some easy, great recipes, but the author tells a little story for each of the recipes. Lovely book. ( )

I love this cookbook so much! The recipes for things we normally but processed is such a great idea! ( )

This is the kind of book that I love/hate. As a single woman who tries to consume sustainably, organically, locally, etc., I like the idea of this collection, but I don't have the money, time, or ingredients to make these things on a regular basis. ( )

I love, love, love this book. Oh, sure, I wanted it, I asked for it as a gift... I thought I would like it well enough but I didn't expect to love it like I do. The author's voice, the glimpses into her life and the creation of each recipe struck just the right chord and went straight to my heart. ( )

(if you have nothing else to do with your life)

I have always used my "pantry" as a storage of sorts...... for sauces, canned fruit, staples..... Not for food that I have to eat within 3-5 days. So, if I'm going to make food that I can store, I'll not be using this book.....

Many of the recipes take quite a bit of time; cheese making, pickles, jams, jerky, puddings......

So I'm not even going to bother going in to deep explanation.

However, if you are a homey type, you just might like this book, but personally I prefer the "Stocking Up" books! ( )