I love to garden and can. This year I am going to can tiny sweet pickles, and tiny bread and butter pickles. I collect old cookbooks, and fruit cake recipes! I excell at throwing things in a pot. Soups and stews are my best! I love my slow cooker, because of the flavors and tenderness. My jams and jellies have been less than stellar. My Mother let me know that. This year will be better I hope.