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UC Master Food Preserver

Resources

It is important to practice safe home preservation and processing methods and to stay up-to-date with the most reliable and research-based information about food safety. The following resources are research-based websites addressing approved home preservation and processing methods. 

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Recipes, Publications, & Videos Library

Our recipes, publications, and videos library features validated recipes, peer-reviewed publications, blog posts, and educational materials from Cooperative Extension offices nationwide – all in one place for easy searching. Visit this page to view recipes and publications in Spanish. 

recipes

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Pressure Canner Gauge Testing

Pressure Canner Gauge Testing is critical to ensure low-acid food is not under-processed and unsafe to eat. Presto pressure canner dial gauges need to be tested annually to ensure they are accurate. Find which UCCE offices test gauges.
 

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Cottage Food Operations

Cottage Food Operations (CFOs) are private-home kitchens used by individuals to prepare and/or package non-potentially hazardous foods under the Cottage Foods bill. UC Master Food Preservers do not advise on CFO products since they are for commercial use, but we encourage people to learn more about the program.
 

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Food Safety

UC Food Safety provides links to presentations, publications, and other websites that offer information related to the production, harvesting, and processing of food. The emphasis is on microbial food safety, with additional information on biotechnology, food quality, and food security. 
 

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Kitchen Pest Quick Tip Cards

Kitchen Pest Quick Tip Cards contain valuable information on identifying, managing, and preventing common pests in your kitchen, and also a quick guide on earthquake safety.