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A comprehensive guide to food preservation techniques for beginners Whether you're a gardener, a hunter, or just a curious home cook, preserving food can be a practical way to produce a wide range of delicious flavors—from sweet and summery strawberry jam to spicy kimchi and savory smoked bacon. The Beginner's Guide to Preserving is packed with detailed information and beginner-friendly guidance for a variety of preservation methods, plus 65 flavorful recipes to put these techniques into action. Learn the essentials of food preservation, and get instructions for pressure and water bath canning, fermenting, dehydrating, salting, smoking, and freezing. The book about preserving food includes: A path to success—Organized by preservation method, each chapter starts with essential tips on safety, terms to know, and a step-by-step guide for your first time using that technique. How-to illustrations—Learn how to safely preserve a wide range of foods with the help of instructional illustrations and clear, simple directions. Handy charts—Explore troubleshooting tips and convenient food charts, complete with prep notes, approximate yield, and processing time for each method. A range of recipes—Discover recipes for classics like dill pickles and baked beans, as well as creative new flavors like wine jelly and tomato leather. Discover the joy of preserving food with help from the Beginner's Guide to Preserving.

Celebrate vegetables and easy home cooking with the ultimate stir-fry cookbook Stir-fry is the original one-pot meal! With just a few tools and ingredients, you can create a fast, fresh, and flavorful meal with endless combinations. This stir-fry cookbook features 70 delicious recipes that are designed to bring veggies to the forefront while satisfying omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. This stir-fry cookbook covers: Stir-fry basics—Get a crash course in stir-frying with explanations of key ingredients, how to combine them for different flavor profiles, and techniques for perfecting your timing. The power of veggies—Enjoy recipes that use rice, noodles, shrimp, beef, and more but always show off the flavor and nutrition of a wide variety of vegetables. Mastering your wok—Learn about the different types of woks and how to properly use and maintain them, so you can start tossing stir-fry like a pro. Quick and vegetable-heavy meals are a cinch with this stir-fry cookbook that shows you everything you need to know.

Nurture your body, mind, and spirit with action-oriented journaling prompts for self care With the right tools, you can make self care a daily habit rather than an occasional luxury. The perfect companion to The Self-Care Prescription, this journal is filled with reflective writing prompts that empower you to attend to your needs, create space to slow down and breathe, and take inspired actions to improve your life. Actionable prompts—Take control of your well-being with insightful prompts that help you manage difficult emotions, cultivate peace and gratitude, and find motivation to achieve your goals. Holistic wellness—Explore self care exercises that encourage you to thrive in six key areas: social, physical, intellectual, vocational, spiritual, and emotional wellness. A place to reflect—Record your thoughts and feelings with lined space after each writing prompt. Journal your way to improved well-being with these practical self care writing prompts.

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Make weight loss more manageable with quick and easy recipes Create a truly sustainable weight-loss plan with great meals that don't take a ton of time or effort to prepare. From breakfasts to dinners and desserts, the 30-Minute Weight Loss Cookbook helps you cook up more than 100 satisfying dishes and provides guidance for changing the way you look at food and weight loss. This weight-loss cookbook features: Tools to maximize kitchen efficiency—Learn how to navigate your kitchen quickly and easily using helpful hacks, suggested tools for powering through prep, and more. Weight-loss strategies—Take an anti-diet approach thanks to this weight-loss cookbook that helps change the way you approach mealtime, like altering just one food-related habit or reexamining your relationship with eating. Quick recipes—Discover a variety of recipes that only take 30 minutes from start to finish, as well as convenient one-pot, limited-ingredient, and extra-low-calorie options. Set yourself up for success with this practical weight-loss cookbook.

"Practical Genealogy provides a method for investigating your family history by establishing an understanding of genealogy and the factors, tasks, and obstacles involved in research. ...Practical Genealogy simplifies and breaks down the complex research process into actionable tips that can be conducted over a period of time. And most importantly, no blood test is necessary."--Back cover.

Ultimate date ideas for good times and great memoriesHealthy relationships take effort, time—and fun! This couples bucket list is a compendium of 101 fun, fresh date ideas for you and your partner to connect and build intimacy. Bond through simple, at-home activities like learning a dance routine, or explore more extravagant options like touring ancient ruins. As you spend quality time with each other on your couples bucket list, you'll create lifelong memories, strengthen your connection, and have lots of fun!Make the most of this couples bucket list with:A variety of themes—Get inspired by themes like travel and adventure, fun and games, sex and intimacy, and food, arts, and culture.Tips for great dates—Each date comes with planning tips or modifications, conversation starters, and ideas for communicating in your partner's love language.Expert dating advice—Find advice for every stage of your relationship, whether you've just met or are celebrating decades together.Turn date night into a once-in-a-lifetime experience with this guide to the ultimate couples bucket list book!

Build confidence and live purposefully with inspiring daily journal prompts Finding the motivation to achieve your goals takes strength, determination, and inspiration. The 5-Minute Motivational Journal is filled with prompts, exercises, and quotes to help you assess your priorities and make positive changes in yourself and your surroundings—in just 5 minutes each day. This motivational journal offers: Holistic personal growth—Focus on different kinds of growth like goal setting, self-esteem, skill building, and community engagement with a motivational journal that helps you improve in all aspects of your life. Room to reflect—Use the generous writing space to reflect on prompts that balance both short-term and long-term goals about who you want to be and what you want to accomplish. Techniques based in psychology—Practice strategies that apply real psychological research on motivation, offering expert advice you can use on a daily basis. Explore a motivational journal that helps you connect with what matters most, and take on the world as a new and improved you.

"Stan Lee was a famous comic book writer, artist, editor, and publisher for Marvel Comics. Before he helped create heroes like the Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, the X-Men, and Black Panther, Stan was an imaginative boy who spent hours reading all sorts of different stories and letting his thoughts run wild. These stories inspired him to come up with exciting plots and new characters of his own. Explore how Stan went from being a young boy growing up in New York City to a comic book legend"--

Give yourself a little TLC with 100 affirmations for cultivating self-love Whether you're just getting started on your self-love journey or you're looking to deepen an existing practice, learning to love yourself is a lifelong process. These positive affirmations can help guide you, inspire you, and empower you to practice self-love. Use them as a little boost any time—when you wake up to set the tone for your day, in the middle of the afternoon when you need a reminder, or as a gentle reflection before you go to sleep. Love Yourself includes: Holistic support—Explore affirmations that offer support for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness so you can love yourself in every area of life. An inclusive approach—Celebrate the individuality of self-love with affirmations that are helpful no matter what your background. Uplifting quotes—Find wisdom in poignant quotes from a variety of authors, wellness teachers, philosophers, and motivational speakers. Find inspiration for your self-love journey with Love Yourself.

"Michelle Obama is one of the most important women in American history. Before she served as the first Black first lady of the United States, Michelle was a smart and studious kid who wanted to give back to her community. She became a lawyer so that she could help people understand the law and get the legal aid they needed. When she became first lady, she continued to help people-especially young people-in many ways. Explore how Michelle went from being a young girl growing up on the South Side of Chicago to an American role model and leader in the White House"--

Eat smarter and manage your heart health with simple, low-cholesterol recipes Lowering your cholesterol doesn't have to feel like a chore. This low-cholesterol cookbook makes it simple to eat heart-healthy, with recipes that require only 5 main ingredients. Focused around affordable, easy-to-find, and unprocessed ingredients, these meals are a breeze to put together, so managing cholesterol is doable and delicious. The 5-Ingredient Low-Cholesterol Cookbook features: Essential info on cholesterol—Learn the ins and outs of how cholesterol works in your body and why low-cholesterol cooking can help you stay healthy. Recipes that follow medical guidelines—Discover a low-cholesterol cookbook full of dishes that are in line with trusted medical advice to limit saturated and trans fats, sodium, and cholesterol. Tips to prepare your kitchen—Find out how to shop smart and organize a heart-healthy kitchen by stocking up on the right tools and pantry items. It's easy to manage your diet with a low-cholesterol cookbook that makes cooking at home simple and delicious.

"Kids are natural scientists. Whether they're looking at leaves in the backyard or mixing paint on paper, they're learning all about science without even realizing it. This giant collection is bursting with simple activities that help them practice core science skills through play. You can choose activities based on the skills they help develop, how long they take, or even how messy things might get. Best of all, every activity is designed for fun, which is the best way to help your little scientist learn and grown"--Back cover.

Harness the power of your metabolism to lose weight naturally Discover an introductory guide to the metabolism diet that makes it easy to get started. Featuring a simple primer on metabolism, how it affects your weight, and what you can do to take advantage of it, this book provides everything you need to know before jumping into the two-week meal and exercise plan. You'll also find plenty of delicious recipes and handy tips to keep you on track after the first two weeks and help you reach your weight-loss goals. The Metabolism Diet for Beginners includes: Beginner-friendly guidance—Kick-start your diet with a holistic plan that guides you through eating, shopping, and exercising. The metabolism diet made simple—Learn everything you need to know about how your metabolism works, what factors affect it, why what you eat matters, and more. Easy-to-cook recipes—Make it a cinch to stick to your plan with 100 tasty dishes that range from comfort food classics to vegan delights. Jump straight into the metabolism diet with this essential beginner's guide.

Embrace your creative self with thoughtful prompts and mindfulness exercises Creative wisdom is ever-present within you—it just needs to be awakened. Nurture your creativity and embrace the present moment with this mindfulness journal. It's full of self-exploration tools and creative mindfulness exercises to nourish your inner landscape, from writing prompts and artistic activities to meditation practices and inspirational quotes. The illustrated prompts in this mindfulness journal offer plenty of space for you to write, draw, and create. Travel through more than 120 pages in sequential order, or choose a prompt intuitively as you get inspired. Every page is here to encourage your curiosity and support you on the sacred journey to discover what is possible within you. Artistic exploration—Delve into thoughtful visual activities like drawing constellations, sketching your inner landscape, or doodling a pattern for your breath. Reflective writing—Unlock your inner voice with writing exercises and reflections on gratitude, loving kindness, radical acceptance, sense awareness, and more. Mindful meditation—Find peace with this mindfulness journal full of short meditations and visualizations to connect you to your inner self. Inspire your mind and spirit with this uniquely imaginative mindfulness journal.

The easy step-by-step guide to making savory, satisfying ramen at home Ramen is the ultimate comfort food, whether it's a simple bowl of noodles and broth or a hearty meal with eggs, meat, and fresh veggies. Find out how easy it can be to make this iconic dish at home with Ramen Made Simple. With step-by-step instructions, infographics, and easy to follow illustrations, you can upgrade from a pack of instant noodles to a swoon-worthy soup from scratch. Get started right away with simplified guidelines that take you through building each element of a perfectly balanced bowl. Every recipe adds a variation to help you make near-endless options, and many include tips and tricks like store-bought hacks, pressure cooker time-savers, and more. The "Ramencyclopedia"—Learn the essential formula for building a bowl of ramen, and discover the tools and pantry staples to make preparation easy. 15 Core recipes—Follow along to make the four building blocks of ramen—broth, tare, noodles, and toppings—so you can mix and match to create dozens of variations. Flavorful final dishes—Learn to make iconic miso, shoyu, tonkotsu, and shio ramens, plus less common types like Yamagata cold ramen and lemon ramen. Create your own perfect bowl of ramen in the comfort of your home with Ramen Made Simple.

A hands-on guide to the world of food science for kids ages 8 to 12 The meal on your plate has had many adventures on its way to your belly! Uncover the mysteries of the food you eat with Food Anatomy Activities for Kids, a kids' guide to the incredible history, science, and culture of food. It's packed with easy-to-understand lessons, fun recipes, and engaging experiments to make you feel connected to the food you eat—and make your mouth happy! Travel on a food journey around the world, taste new things, and learn fun facts. Find out all about foods that are foraged or farmed, sweet or savory, baked or preserved—and don't forget foods that you drink! Get involved by predicting the answers to questions, testing your ideas, and drawing conclusions just like a real food scientist. Inside Food Anatomy Activities for Kids, you'll: Follow the life of food—Discover colorfully illustrated lessons on the history and uses of 20 different types of foods. Try awesome activities—Dive into cool experiments like preserving egg yolks with salt, making butter in a mason jar, and growing new fruit from leftover seeds. Think like a scientist—Grab your own notebook and write down your discoveries with the help of in-depth journal prompts after every activity. Take a trip through the wonderful world of food with Food Anatomy Activities for Kids!

Boost introductory reading skills for kids ages 5 to 6 Give young readers a leg up on reading. This kindergarten workbook is filled with educational activities that build on what kids are already learning in class. Whether it's mazes, tic-tac-toe, word searches, or dot-to-dots, they'll discover a wide variety of engaging exercises that help them learn as they play. This kindergarten workbook includes: Games and activities galore—Make the fun and learning last with 101 awesome reading activities perfect for after-school and summer play. Introductory lessons—Watch your child light up as they explore pages of games about letters, phonics, sight words, and reading comprehension. Kindergartener-friendly lessons—Support your child's education with activities specifically designed to build on the national standard for kindergarten education. Discover a kindergarten workbook ideal for helping children improve their reading skills.

Discover how you can use exercise to more effectively manage your back pain. This comprehensive guide provides critical information about back pain causes and treatments as well as several holistic workout programs designed to accommodate a variety of unique needs. You only need about 20 minutes a day to start helping your back, and this plan will show you the way. Get the practical pain solutions you need from the Back Relief Plan.

Easy to cook meals, with just enough food for two Whether you're newly married, an empty nester, or anything in between, discover how simple it can be to cut down on endless leftovers while whipping up quick and healthy meals in a flash. Easy Cooking for Two will help home chefs of all skill levels get two portions on the table with delicious recipes to suit a broad range of tastes and palates. You'll also get plenty of shopping advice for navigating the grocery store and stocking a kitchen for two. Easy Cooking for Two includes: Healthy meals—Try out easy recipes that yield two servings and call for healthful, whole, and familiar ingredients. Tips for cooking for two—Get advice for grocery shopping and food storage that will help you save money and avoid food waste, like utilizing the butcher's counter, avoiding the jarred condiment graveyard, and more. Handy labels—Easily find recipes that take 30 minutes or less, use 5 ingredients or fewer, or only require one vessel to cook. Learn how to serve up perfectly portioned meals with ease thanks to Easy Cooking for Two.

Practical techniques and mouthwatering recipes for the perfect steak Steak feels like a luxury, but you can cook up a restaurant-quality steak in your own kitchen anytime. Find out how easy it can be with this simple, practical steak cookbook. Clear instructions and 65 flavorful recipes help you learn and apply fundamental techniques like searing, smoking, sous vide, and even deep-frying to achieve the perfect steak. Brush up on seasoning and marinating, and find out how to cook to your preferred level of doneness. The simple, satisfying starter recipes in this steak cookbook teach you skills like outdoor grilling, stovetop cooking, and broiling. Then, impress your friends and family with a wide range of additional recipes, including sides and sauces to complement your steak creations. This essential steak cookbook teaches you to: Know your cuts—Check out at-a-glance steak cut profiles with defining characteristics and ideal cooking methods for various cuts of beef, from flat iron to flank. Prep and store—Find out how to store and prepare steak before cooking, and discover the best ways to preserve and reheat those delicious leftovers. Talk like a butcher—Learn how to shop for meat, understand different grades of beef, and decipher vocabulary like dry aging and grain-fed vs. grass-fed beef. Dig in to a delicious steak at home with the foolproof recipes in this steak cookbook.

Embrace baking on a small scale with perfectly portioned recipes for 2-3 servings Sometimes we just want to make one (or two) brownies. Enter Small Batch Baking. This indispensable cookbook was created with quick cravings and small dinner parties in mind. Savor fresh, flavorful desserts that make two to three servings per batch. This easy-to-follow cookbook features: 60 sweet and savory recipes—From the buttery comfort of rosemary goat-cheese biscuits to melt-in-your-mouth chai-spiced snickerdoodles, delight in a wide range of recipes that won't require any complex conversions to produce modest portions. Handy hacks and simple staples—Be prepared for when a hankering hits. Learn what you should have on hand in your pantry, and take advantage of trade secrets like using a muffin tin to make mini pies. No need for new equipment—You won't have to purchase any new tools or specialty bakeware. These scaled-down sweets can all be prepared using standard pots and pans. Easily whip up a modest amount of treats, thanks to Small Batch Baking.

Simple, filling, and flavorful recipes to help guys get confident in the kitchen.Kiss takeout and frozen food goodbye and take a crack at cooking! This top choice in cookbooks for men is great for guys who are just starting out in the kitchen—and a perfect Father's Day gift. From breakfast to dessert, any guy can learn to make tasty meals that only take a handful of ingredients—and won't leave a sink full of dirty dishes.Go beyond other cookbooks for men with:Cooking basics—Find out how to cut an onion without losing a finger, prepare a chicken without giving yourself food poisoning, and more.Limited-ingredient recipes—This title stands out from other cookbooks for men thanks to recipes that prove you don't need a ton of specialty ingredients to make amazing food at home.A kitchen toolbox—Set your kitchen up right with handy guides to the must-have pantry staples, plus the tools you'll need to use them.Inspire dad to take up cooking this Father's Day with this collection of pro tips and delicious recipes.

Learn how to navigate your partner's bipolar disorder and strengthen your relationship Utilizing the most up-to-date information available on treatment and management, this book provides you with a variety of written and interactive exercises and strategies that both you and your partner can use to foster a healthier and more balanced relationship. When Your Partner Has Bipolar Disorder includes: Modern approaches—Discover resources derived from current understandings of bipolar disorder as well as information about the bipolar spectrum and its symptoms. Evidence-based exercises—Combine journaling, mindfulness exercises, and conversation prompts to work with your partner and take care of yourself. Real-life examples—Draw support from real-life examples of others facing the challenges of living with a partner suffering from bipolar disorder. When Your Partner Has Bipolar Disorder will help you support your partner and yourself through both good and tough times.

Practical exercises to help teens manage stress and stay positive Having the right tools can help you stay calm and collected even when you get overwhelmed, whether it's dealing with the stress of school, family, friends, jobs, or more. The Essential Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens is filled with therapy-based strategies, like embracing gratitude, using self-care, and working with mantras, that will help you bounce back from anxious feelings, communicate about your stress effectively, and tackle everyday challenges. This stress reduction workbook for teens gives you: The facts about stress—Learn how stress affects your brain and body as you explore questions, quizzes, activities, and writing prompts that will help you think about stress in a healthier way. A chance to get to know yourself—Practice techniques like mindfulness and visualization to help you face your fears and build self-confidence, making it easier to be resilient and release negative thoughts. Real-life scenarios—Read examples of stressful situations you might encounter, and practice using the skills you've learned to come up with effective solutions. Discover a stress reduction workbook for teens that gives you the tools to stay positive and confident.

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Learn the skills you need to thrive in the wild Whether you're an avid adventurer or a bushcraft beginner, this wilderness survival guide can help you level up your outdoor IQ and boost your confidence on remote trips and treks. Get pro tips for navigation, finding food, building shelters, and even applying basic first aid. Discover how to tackle any situation, from running into poisonous plants to staying safe while adventuring in various climates and terrains. This outdoor survival guide features: A practical approach—This portable guide features step-by-step instructions for using a compass, starting a fire, trapping wild game, and more. Easy-to-follow info—Clear illustrations, simple diagrams, and full-color photos offer quick and effective references, even on the go. Life-saving skills—Discover vital advice for campers, anglers, backpackers, hikers, kayakers, and other outdoor adventurers. Master survival training—navigation, food, shelter, and first aid—that could save your life in the wild.