So, you planted a garden, lucked out when your property included fruit trees, stumbled upon a produce sale you just couldn't pass up, or joined a Community Supported Agriculture group. Good for you!

Canning potatoes at home is a safe and simple way to preserve your harvest for long-term storage. Since potatoes are a low-acid food, they must be pressure canned to prevent the growth of botulism.

I’d like to learn how to can to stock up my pantry and save money on food, but I’m scared of botulism. How common is botulism in home-canned goods? What do I need to know to can safely? Home canning ...