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From crisp, quick refrigerator pickles to peak-of-season fruit preserves, from healthful, flavorsome snacks to showstopping party bites, from popular condiments to classic cocktail fixings, this inspired recipe collection offers easy formulas for putting together scores of favorite foods from scratch.

Making the foods you typically buy means you can skip the artificial flavors, preservatives, and generous additions of sodium, sugar, and fat that store-bought foods use to ensure shelf life and profitability. In contrast, these recipes rely on healthful, nutritious ingredients, such as seasonal produce, high-quality olive oil, and local meats and seafood, to make everything you eat tastier and better for you. Preparing foods at home also allows you to customize flavors for everyday fare like granola, energy bars, salsas, and salty snacks.