To get started, you'll need a basic canner, a jar lifter, and a canning rack.
Photo: Cedric Angeles
Step 1: Sterilize
Bring a canner half full of water to a boil; simmer. Place jars in a large stockpot with water to cover; bring to a boil,
and simmer 10 minutes. Place bands and lids in a large saucepan. (Always use new lids.) Using a ladle, cover bands and lids
with hot water from canner to soften gaskets. Let stand 10 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare Recipe
Meanwhile, prepare desired recipe. Remove hot jars from stockpot, 1 at a time, using jar lifter, and fill as directed in recipe.
Step 3: Seal & Process
Wipe rims of filled jars. Cover at once with metal lids, and screw on bands (snug but not too tight). Place jars in canning
rack, and place in simmering water in canner. Add more boiling water as needed to cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Bring water
to a rolling boil; boil 10 minutes, adjusting processing time for altitude.* Turn off heat, and let stand 5 minutes. Remove
jars from canner, and let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Test seals of jars by pressing centers of lids. If lids do not
pop, jars are properly sealed. Store in a cool, dark place at room temperature up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.
*Consult the USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning at nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html to adjust processing times for altitude.
Page 1
- Loading comments...
