[caption id="attachment_794" align="alignleft" width="250" caption="Store summer in a jar!"] [/caption] Sounds tempting, doesn't it? I would give almost anything to have the sweet taste of an Ontario peach in my mouth in mid February, when winter just doesn't seem to end! If you aren't already a seasoned veteran, this is the year to start canning, pickling and preserving. In order to get you started, I've rounded up some of our best articles about pickling, canning and preserving below. Do you preserve your summer bounty? Do you have any tips for beginners? Are you a beginner and are going to try your hand at canning this year? • Essential home-canning tools • Perfect summer preserves: Tips for canning success • How to tell if your jam or jelly is set • Canning and preserving: Chili sauces and salsa recipes • Juicy jam recipes