If you're looking for water bath canning recipes for beginners, you have to try this easy recipe for canning strawberries whole in syrup. All you need is just 2 ingredients, and you'll be able to preserve strawberries for months (and years) ahead. When it comes to canning recipes, it doesn't get any easier than canning strawberries. No pectin or special ingredients needed, and a simple prep that involves tossing strawberries with sugar and allowing to rest until a syrup forms,