Canning Jars Q & A - What Size Canning Jars Should I Use When Home Canning?

Q. What Size Canning Jars Should I Use When Home Canning?

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A. It depends on what recipe you are canning and your family's needs.

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The first thing to take into consideration is how bulky the food is that you are canning. Condiments, jams, jellies, and cut up fruits and vegetables can be canned in regular mouth jars. However, you will want to use wide mouth jars for foods such as pickles and whole or halved fruits and vegetables. The wide mouth of the canning jars will make it easier to remove that kind of food from the jars.

The second thing you will want to think about is how much of the recipe you will want open at one time. Most likely your family would be unable to consume a quart of jelly before it would go bad in the refrigerator so, it is best to use 4 oz and 8 oz jars for jams and jellies. Specialty items such as special sauces, ketchup, and relishes also work well in the little 4 and 8 oz jars.

When you are canning fruits and vegetables just think whether you will be using a pint or a quart at a time and then can them in the appropriate jars. You may want to split a recipe between pint and quart jars. This will allow you to choose how much of a certain food to have open at one time. This is especially helpful for time when you have company over and will be using more of a certain type of canned food.

Finally, if you are thinking of giving some of your home preserved foods as gifts, you may also choose to use smaller jars. This way you can give a variety of your canned goods as a gift.

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Home Canning - Get a Jump Start on the Canning Season - Stock (and "Stalk") Up Now!

It is never too early to start preparing for the canning season. Before you know it, various fruits and vegetables from either your garden or a farmers market, will be ready to be preserved and put in canning jars. Now is the time to assess your canning needs and stock up on those needed supplies. Whether you are a veteran canner or a novice beginner, now it the time to stock, and "stalk", up on canning jars, canning lids, and other canning supplies. Most canning supplies, such as lids, jars, canners, canning salt, pectin, etc., will be hitting the grocery shelves in the month of May. This is a good time to start "stocking" up on those supplies. Many second hand stores will begin to rotate their "seasonal" items, which includes jars and canners, very soon. Also, many folks are doing their spring cleaning and, in some cases, getting rid of excess jars and canning supplies. This is why now is a good time to "stalk" these precious supplies. Keep your eyes and ears open for great deals!

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Here are a few other tips and suggestions to assist you in getting a jump start on the canning season:

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1. STOP throwing out or recycling those mayonnaise jars and pickle jars--they are GREAT for canning, especially for fruits and juices!

2. SHOP at your local thriftstore and look for jars, canners, or other canning accessories. Do not wait until the canning season. If you do....they won't be there!

3. If you do find some jars at the 2nd-hand store, carefully examine the jars for cracks and chips. Run your finger over the mouth of the jar to ensure it is smooth and free from imperfections.

4. DO go to estate and garage sales and inquire about canning supplies--often you will hit the "mother-lode" and save BIG TIME on jars, etc.

5. Put out the word at your workplace, church, neighborhood, that you are wanting canning jars, etc. You will be surprised at the response! People have basements, garages, and attics filled with empty jars waiting to be filled by YOU! (and often they are FREE!!!!!)

6. Each time you go to the store, pick up 1-2 packages of canning lids. Lids can be expensive; the cheapest source I have found is at Wal-mart. Accumulating a good supply of lids over a period of time helps in the overall cost. When the canning season is upon you, you can spend your money on the produce, and you can have the peace of mind of knowing you have plenty of canning lids on hand.

7. Be Ready to look for canning equipment sales towards the beginning of summer! Also, be aware that many stores start closing out canning supplies in late August/early September...a great time to stock up for the following year!

It may not seem the time to be thinking about canning, but there's no better time than now to prepare! So, good luck and HAVE FUN!!! You're way ahead of the game!

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Canning Supplies - 3 Important Canning Tips to Get a Good Seal

Canning is becoming very popular these days with everyone trying to save money and eat healthier, less processed foods. Many people may be intimidated by canning. It is relatively simple if you read the recipe, use the proper canning supplies, and follow these three important canning tips.

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Tip #1 - Always use brand new lids - It is important to always use brand new lids when canning. Some people will try to reuse old lids but this one of the main reasons why a jar will not seal after the canning process.

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Tip #2 - Use Glass Canning Jars - Remember to use glass jars that are specifically designed for canning. Most of these jars are made by the Jarden Company and sold under the brands Ball and Kerr. Do not try to use one-time use only, commercial jars for canning. These are jars that you may purchase food such as mayonnaise, spaghetti sauce, or jelly from the store. Even if the band does screw on to the top of these jars you are not ensured a proper fit and most likely the lid will not seal on these jars.

Tip #3 - Do Not Over-tighten Bands - After you place the lid on the jar that you have just filled with your food contents it is time to apply the band. Only tighten the band so it is finger-tip tight. Many people over-tighten the bands and this can cause the lids to not seal after process. Over-tightened the band is also a cause of buckling lids.

So, follow these three important tips to ensure you get a good seal when doing your canning.

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The canning of foods will sterilise and seal the contents so that they will be preserved for future use. Food is place into glass or tin containers and then hermetically sealed. These are then heated so as to destroy the micro-organisms that spoil the foods. It is a process which was first invented in the early 19th Century and is still very popular today. Many products which we buy at the store are canned to preserve their freshness. Canning has always been a very popular way to increase the shelf life of products at home and there are many companies who produce specialist jars for this purpose. One of the longest standing manufacturers of canning equipment is Kerr. Not only have they produced their glass jars since the early 1900s but they have published Kerr Canning recipes in their highly respected books.

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During the depression, canning became a vital part of every day life, with many people dependant on the preservation of foods for the winter months. Kerr set up an educational program to teach the principle of canning and to show how the process could ensure a steady food supply even when fruit and vegetables were out of season and difficult to get hold of. They had promotional cars which toured the country giving advice and advertising their products. Many small books were distributed to housewives showing the science of canning and giving Kerr canning recipes for them to use at home.

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As a part of their drive to bring canning into our homes, Kerr also gave many demonstrations of canning techniques and even installed some model kitchens in the 1930s. The company did an excellent job in capitalising on the great depression. The timing was good for Kerr as many people were suffering from job losses and reduced incomes and were finding that times were hard. The preservation of food was becoming an important fact of life and as a relatively new company, they were able to establish their glass canning products as being indispensable. The Kerr canning recipes were a tremendous help to many people during the depression and enabled families to preserve foods much more easily and with increased safety.

Kerr were marketing two main products; the economy jar and the self-sealing mason jar. The latter was well known for its two piece lid. As these could create a vacuum at the neck of the jars, canning could easily be done in the home and Kerr Canning recipes became a great success.

The jars are still available today, although the original plant in Sand Springs Oklahoma was closed when the company was bought by Ball-Incon in 1991. Ball has continued to produce their canned food recipe book and it is still possible to get hold of the book of Kerr Canning recipes from second hand book stores and on the internet.

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FAQ Canning Lids - 3 Frequently Asked Questions About Canning Lids

Here are the three most frequently asked questions about canning lids.

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Q. Can I reuse my canning lids?

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A. No, you always want to use brand, new lids each time you do home canning. Using new lids is the only way to ensure getting a proper seal on your jars.

Q. How can I tell if the lid is sealed on the canning jar?

A. After you have processed your canning jars full of food you will want to allow them to cool. During the cooling process you will hear a ping. This is an indication the lid is sealed. The lid will also be depressed in the center. If a canning lid is still raised and when you press on it, it goes up and down, then you do not have a good seal. Another way to check for a good seal is to remove the band and lift the jar using only two fingers on the edge of the lid. If the lid stays on you have a proper seal.

Q. How can I get a good seal on my canning jar?

A. First, make sure you always use brand, new lids. Second, wipe the rim of the jar after you have ladled your food into the jar and before you place the lid on. If there is any food residue on the rim you will not get a proper seal. And third, do not over-tighten the bands. Use only your thumb and one finger when screwing on the bands to avoid tightening them too much. Bands that have been over-tighten can also cause a jar not to seal properly.

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Canning Supplies - 3 Do's and Don'ts When Home Canning

If you are new to home canning this year, like so many other people, you will want to follow these simple do's and don'ts.

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Do's

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1. Always Use Canning Jars and Brand New Lids - It is important to that you use jars that are specifically designed for canning. Also, make sure you use brand new lids. You can reuse canning jars and bands from year to year, but always use brand new lids to ensure a proper seal.

2. Always Check the Jars for Cracks and Chips - Before you use any canning jar, make sure you inspect it for any cracks or chips. Pay close attention to the rim of the jar. If there is a chip on the rim you will not get a proper seal after processing the jar.

3. Always Label Your Canned Goods - After your canned goods have cooled and they are ready to be stored, make sure you label each jar. Write the contents and the date canned on the lid with a permanent marker or on a canning label.

Don'ts

1. Never Pour Hot Liquid into a Cold Jar - You will need to heat your canning jars before pouring your hot contents into the jar. If you don't it is a good chance you will break the jar.

2. Never Adjust the Recipe - Following your recipe when canning is crucial for getting the best results. Using the proper amount of sugar in a jam or jelly recipe is very important. And always process jars the correct amount of time to give you a safe finished product. Make sure to adjust processing time based on your altitude.

3. Never Over-Tighten the Bands - When you are screwing on the bands before processing, be sure not to over-tighten them. You will want to adjust them just so they are finger tight. A good way to make sure you do not over-tighten the bands is to screw them on using only your thumb and one finger.

So, as you can see, if you follow these do's and don'ts you will have a successful canning season.

Canning Supplies - 3 Do's and Don'ts When Home Canning

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Canning Supplies Q & A - Which Canning Supplies Can I Use From Last Year?

Q. Which Canning Supplies Can I Use from Last Year?

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A. You can safely use canning jars and bands year after year. However, always use new lids when home canning to get a proper seal.

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Canning jars can be used again and again. You will want to inspect them before each use for any cracks or chips, especially around the rim of the jar. If you have any old canning jars that are colored do not use them for canning. They probably have lead in them because that is how they used to make the colored glass.

Canning bands or rings, as they are sometimes called, can also be used from season to season. You will want to make sure they have not been bent. Test each one to make sure it screws on to a canning jar properly and it will be good to use again this year.

Canning lids should never be reused for canning. You will always want to use brand new lids when doing your home canning. You can, however, use old used lids when dry-packing in jars that you use for vacuum sealing.

Reusing your canning supplies is a great way to save money. Saving money is one of the main benefits of preserving your own food. If you give some of your canned goods to family and friends for gives throughout the year, don't be afraid to ask for the jars back when they are finished. They will certainly understand and they probably won't use them anyway unless they do home canning themselves.

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Home Canning Supplies and Equipment - The Proper Equipment Needed For Successful Home Canning

I love canning food. I use pressure canning and also boiling-water bath methods for preserving our garden harvests, depending on what type of food is being processed. There are certain items that comprise your arsenal of home canning supplies and make the job much easier.

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First of all, you need a canner. I personally use an All American Pressure Canner manufactured by the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. I love the wing nut locking system of this particular canner. I've owned some other pressure cookers and canners that had a plastic gasket seal. The seals eventually crack and wear out, requiring replacement.

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With the wing nut system, there are no gaskets to replace. Just be sure to keep all of your canner parts together so you do not lose them, such as your pressure regulator, your pressure gauge, the wing nuts, etc. A pressure cooker or canner without a vent regulator is useless, but the part is very small and easy to lose. I keep the loose parts inside of the canner in storage so that the parts are always there.

You need home canning jars that are designed for this purpose. Some glass will crack under high heat, so purchase Mason, Kerr or Ball glass canning jars made specifically for pressure or boiling bath canning.

You will need metal lids and screw bands. The metal seal lids should be used only once and discarded when the contents are consumed. The screw bands can be used over and over again. The screw bands are removed after the contents cool and the vacuum seal is achieved, and the filled canning jars are stored with the metal lid only.

Equipment and utensils should be made of stainless steel or anodized aluminum. Avoid copper, brass, cast iron, and galvanized zinc as these materials react with salts and acids in the foods.

A typical equipment array might include:

o Colander
o Heavy duty pots and saucepans
o Knives, cutting board, potato or vegetable peeler
o Ladle and spoons (heat resistant)
o Measuring spoons and cups in various sizes
o Large sized mixing bowl capable of several quarts
o Funnel designed specifically for a jar
o Magnetic lid wand
o Kitchen tongs
o Dry kitchen towels
o Non-metal spatula (for removing air bubbles)
o Jar lifter (this is a very handle tool for safely removing jars from hot boiling water)
o Cheesecloth
o Strainer
o Thermometer (I use a candy thermometer)
o Labels (often included in boxes of canning jars)
o Permanent marker
o Spice bag (handy but I often make mine from muslin or cheesecloth)
o Accurate kitchen timer
o Kitchen scales
o Journal or notebook for recording recipes, making notes, etc.

There are other tools that make the job of home canning easier, depending on the types of food you plan to process. Food mills, grinders, jelly bags, slicers, blenders, corers, pitters, and other items can make your job much easier.

There are canning accessory sets available that are very affordable and contain most of the common items you need when you hot process foods. Home canning supplies are necessary to perform the job successfully and safely. These utensils and equipment usually last for years with proper care, so a wise small investment in the beginning is highly recommended.

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Six generations of Americans have been using Granite Ware canners to preserve fruits and vegetables. This mini canner is perfect for preserving jams, jellies and salsa. Holds seven pint jars. Comes with rack for easy lifting jars from canner. Granite Ware's high efficiency, quick boiling performance combined with its modest cost make it ideal for canning. The dark porcelain surface and steel core absorbs energy and evenly distributes heat to the contents. Porcelain enamel is the result of fusing powdered glass to a substrate by firing, usually between 750 and 850 degrees Celsius. The powder melts and flows and hardens to a durable vitreous coating on a carbon steel core. It creates a smooth, hard finish that won’t burn and resists staining. It’s also non -porous so it won’t trap odors or food particles and provides a low coefficient of friction – meaning that it cleans up easily and, it is corrosion and chemically resistant so it will last a long time. When fired, the vessel is placed on pins so the bottom and sides are hardened during the firing process into one smooth laminated glass surface. You may notice slight pin indentations where the glass has flowed around the pin that supports the base during firing. The pin marks do not compromise the finish or performance of the vessel in any way but you should take additional care in handling if using on glass top stove. 11 1/2qt capacity.

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Norpro Canning Rack

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Norpro Canning Rack Feature

Measures 12.25 inches x 12.25 inches diameter and 2.25 inches depth
Made of chromed steel
Fits into Norpro items #588 and #658
Long side handles to prevent burning your hands when putting in or taking out jars.
Hand washing recommended

Norpro Canning Rack Overview

Norpro's Canning Rack holds up to 7 quart or 7 pint jars. Keeps jars from touching each other or the canner. Fits into Norpro items #658 and #588.

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Ball Home Canning Discovery Kit

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Ball Home Canning Discovery Kit Feature

Introductory home canning kit eases a novice canner into it with a trail set that makes use of existing kitchenware
Includes an illustrated, simplified instruction book with recipes
Also includes polypropylene rack with separate, fitted lifter that works in standard stockpots and 3 Pint jars
Bounce-back coupons for additional jars are a bonus inclusion
Efficient, low-cost way to learn canning, which could save money and broaden supplies in the long run

Ball Home Canning Discovery Kit Overview

Ball Canning Starter Kit

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Canning Supplies - The 3 Big Benefits of Home Canning

This year many people may be considering canning for the first time. Here are three big benefits of home canning.

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The number one benefit of home canning is saving money. Many people did a small garden for the first time this spring. They put some seeds in the grow hoping to save money on their grocery bill but now they may be wondering what to do with all that home-grown goodness. Canning is a great way to preserve that food for use all year long. Even if you don't have your own garden and produce, you can still buy produce when it is in season from either the grocery store or local farmers and save money. Just buy in bulk and preserve the food via canning for later use.

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The second benefit of canning is you can monitor the quality of food you feed your family. When preserving your own produce, you can determine how much sugar or salt goes into the canned goods. You can also eliminate many preservatives as well. This makes the food you are giving your family much healthier.

The third big benefit of preserving your own foods is making great gifts to give throughout the year. It is a lot of fun and can save you money by giving a basket full of canned foods you preserved yourself as a gift. Specialty items, such as burgundy wine jelly or maple walnut syrup, make wonderful housewarming gifts. A variety basket of your canned goods would also make great teacher appreciation or holiday gifts.

So, as you can see there are many benefits to home canning. You can save money, provide healthier food for your family, and make great gift baskets.

Canning Supplies - The 3 Big Benefits of Home Canning

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Granite Ware 12-Piece Enamel-on-Steel Canning Kit with Blancher Feature

12 piece set
Durable porcelain enamel-on-steel construction
Heats quickly and efficiently
Domed lid traps heat for faster boiling
Safe to use on gas and electric stove tops

Granite Ware 12-Piece Enamel-on-Steel Canning Kit with Blancher Overview

Canning is an economical and nutritional way to preserve fresh quality grown fruits and vegetables at home without added preservatives or pesticides. The set includes a funnel with an easy fit design for regular and wide-mouth jars; tongs with coated handles for lifting foods when canning or cooking; magnetic jar Lid Lifter for safely keeping fingers from touching hot water when placing lids on jars; a jar lifter for removing hot jars with one hand. The ends of the Jar Lifter are coated for better grip on jars. The jar wrench easily opens screw on jar caps. A 9 inch colander is perfect for washing and draining your foods before putting into the jars. The 21 quart canner with rack is just the right size for holding 7 one quart jars. Also includes a 7 1/2 quart blancher with drainer insert. Use for blanching produce in preparation for freezer or for cold pack canning. Set includes 21 quart canner, canner lid, blancher pot, blancher insert, blancher lid, jar rack, colander, lid wrench, magnetic lid lifter, tongs, jar lifter and funnel.

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Granite Ware 12-Piece Enamel-on-Steel Canning Kit with Blancher