"Self Sufficiency: Home Smoking and Curing of Meat, Fish and Game" by Joanna Farrow

Rediscover one of humanity’s oldest food preservation methods with Self Sufficiency: Home Smoking and Curing of Meat, Fish and Game by Joanna Farrow. This practical guide teaches you how to salt, cure, air dry, and smoke your own meats and fish with straightforward instructions and minimal equipment. Whether you’re an aspiring homesteader or a food enthusiast, you’ll gain the confidence to take control of your ingredients and enjoy the satisfaction of crafting your own preserved foods. Featuring 25 original recipes, this book provides both traditional techniques and modern adaptations for today’s kitchens. Learn how to set up your own smoker, prepare salt and brine cures, and create rich, smoky flavors at home. With clear step-by-step directions, Home Smoking and Curing makes it simple to achieve flavorful results while embracing a sustainable, self-sufficient approach to food preparation.