Answer: preserves

AnswerCrossword Clue
PRESERVESBread spread
PRESERVESNon-rationed foodstuffs.
PRESERVESShields.
PRESERVESCertain forest areas
PRESERVESGrandma's canning pride
PRESERVESCanned fruit
PRESERVESPlaces for wildlife
PRESERVESKeeps alive, e.g.
preservesTreat or refrigerate (food) to prevent its decomposition or fermentation
preservesMaintain or keep alive (a memory or quality)
preservesPRESERVE, to keep safe from harm
preservesPrepare (fruit) for long-term storage by boiling it with sugar
preservesKeep (game or an area where game is found) undisturbed to allow private hunting or shooting
preservesRetain (a condition or state of affairs)
preservesMaintain (something) in its original or existing state
preservesKeep safe from harm or injury