The Simply Canning Guide — Finally Feel Confident in Your Kitchen

If you’ve ever wondered “Am I doing this right?” You’re not alone.

A lot of people want to fill their pantry with home-canned food but aren’t sure about safety, methods, or where to even start. This guide walks you through it step by step, in a way that actually makes sense.

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Are you overwhelmed ?

The Simply Canning Guide pulls the important stuff into one place, so you’re not piecing things together from random sources or second-guessing yourself.

  • Designed to boost your understanding of canning principals and safety, and make your canning a success.
  • You’ll learn what matters, why it matters, and how to do it safely.
  • 215 pages of safe home canning information that will give you confidence and peace of mind…. we all love peace of mind.

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Hi There!

I’m Sharon Peterson. I’ve been teaching home canning since 2009, and I’ve walked thousands of people through it — from complete beginners who were scared of their own pressure canner, to experienced canners who just wanted to double-check they were doing it right.

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Hi! Im Sharon.

This guide includes the steps for home canning, the reasons behind them, and the safety information explained in a way that actually makes sense.

What’s Inside

This isn’t just a recipe book, and it isn’t just theory either. It’s both.

  • Clear, guided instructions for both water bath and pressure canning
  • Safe, tested recipes for fruits, vegetables, and meats. As well as jam, jelly, and pickled foods.
  • Explanations of why canning works, so you’re not just following directions blindly
  • Help choosing the right method for each food
  • Answers to the questions most beginners don’t even know to ask yet
  • Practical tips from years of canning in my own kitchen
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What you will learn

Canning Basics – so what is it that processing actually does? What is happening in the canner?
Choosing your food and canning methods – Which method should you use, and more importantly which ones to NOT to use.
Types of Canners -How to use both Water Bath and Pressure Canners.
Equipment – What else do you need? Hand tools, Specialty tools? Which ones are essential and which are just plain handy.
The Big Day – Tips to make processing day go smoothly.
Preparation – The key to stress-free success is to have everything in order before you start.
When the job is done – How to check your seals, store your jars and equipment. What to do if you have jars that don’t turn out quite right.

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Questions Before You Buy

“Can’t I just find this online for free?” There’s a lot of canning information out there, and some of it is genuinely good. But it’s scattered across a hundred different sites, some of it is outdated, and it’s easy to end up more confused than when you started. This guide organizes what actually matters into one place, tested and explained clearly, so you’re not left guessing which source to trust.

“What if it’s too basic, or over my head?” It’s built for beginners, but written to explain the why behind each method — which is often the part experienced canners are still looking for too.

“What’s your refund policy?” The PDF is refundable if you’re not satisfied. Just let me know. The spiral-bound book is printed and sold through Lulu.com, so it isn’t refundable through Simply Canning — Lulu handles all aspects of that sale.

What Real Canners Say

“I just wanted to say thank you so much for the book and all you do for newbies like me. I just opened a jar of the chicken I canned last week — it was so tender and smelled just like I had finished cooking it. Even my husband was impressed.” — Jeri

A Good Fit If You

  • Feel unsure about canning safety
  • Want one reliable resource instead of searching all over the internet
  • Prefer learning in a clear, no-fluff way
  • Like having something you can grab while you’re actually in the kitchen
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Choose the Format That Works for You

You can get the Simply Canning Guide in two formats:

Spiral Bound

  • Spiral Bound 28.99
  • Perfect to keep on the counter while you work. It lays flat, which makes it easy to follow along.
  • Shipped by Lulu.com in 3-5 business days. Lulu handles all aspects of this sale.
  • Buy the spiral-bound Simply Canning here.
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Printable PDF

  • Printable PDF – $13.50
  • Instant Download to your computer.
  • Linked table of contents to help you skip right to the sections you want with the click of a button.
  • Print and add it to a binder or reference the entire guide right on your computer.
  • Buy the printable PDF version of Simply Canning here
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PDF Printable can be printed and placed in a 3 ring binder.
Call it your Canning Notebook.

Knowledge Conquers Fear

Do you ever wonder what the heck is happening with your jars and food. Why do you need a pressure canner even though your great grandmother did not use one! Simply Canning will explain the process and show your what is happening in your jars as you process your foods.

  • Simply Canning Guide gives you a place to start.
  • It gives you the knowledge to make wise and healthy decisions when preserving foods at home.