Learn how to can your favorite foods using a pressure canner or the water bath canning method.
Did you know it’s recommended to NOT store your canning jars with the rings on them? The ring can potentially “hide” a false seal because it continues to hold the
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So you’re processing a small load when you realize you don’t have enough jars to fill your water bath canner. What do you do? The short answer is … no
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So yesterday was a productive day. The kids and the new puppy (and the husband!) all cooperated, and you were able to accomplish putting up a nice harvest of tomatoes.
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Need a quick answer? You should let your jars sit untouched for a minimum of 12 hours. Want all the details? Keep reading. 🙂 Why Let Jars Sit After Canning?
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Does “false seal” sound a little scary? It implies that the jar looks sealed … but it isn’t. That can be a tad startling for new canners. But don’t worry.
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Usually, when I’m short on time and want to put away chicken for my family to eat later, I seal it up in a vacuum bag and toss it in
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Now that you’re preserving your own food, you’ll need a place to put all that home canned goodness.
Finding the optimal space for canning jar storage isn’t always easy, so let’s discuss some practical options!
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When I was a kid, I couldn’t wait until June. Because school was out, obviously, but also because our family always went berry-picking. Berry-picking meant gobbling up way too many
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When you first start canning, it doesn’t take long for some people to wonder if it’s possible to seal the jars without boiling first. The answer is yes, but not
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When you first start canning, it can be intimidating. At first, you may think it’s just putting veggies in jars and placing in boiling water to achieve a vacuum seal.
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If you’ve used a water bath canner for long, you’re well aware of its drawbacks. Sure, it’s a tried-and-true way to put up tasty homemade jams, jellies, and pickles. But
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When canning to preserve food, it’s important to follow the right procedures for food safety. Among other things, you may be wondering if jars need to be fully submerged during
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You’ve raided the garden (or snagged a deal at the food co-op). You’ve made soups and pastas and grilled cheeses with zesty fillings. But what is the best way to
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Love banana peppers? Wondering if peppers can be water bath canned? Fortunately for you, the answer is yes! Water bath canning is a fantastic way to preserve banana peppers and
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