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!
Here are a few other tips and suggestions to assist you in getting a jump start on the canning season:
Canning Supplies
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!
Special Price!!! Presto 1781 23-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker/Canner
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Presto 1781 23-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker/Canner Feature
- 23-quart pressure cooker/canner holds 20 pint jars or 7 quart jars
- Constructed of extra-strong, warp-resistant aluminum; suitable for use on regular and smooth-top ranges
- Air vent/cover lock allows pressure to build up only when the cover is closed properly
- Easy-to-read gauge automatically registers a complete range of processing pressures
- Includes cooking/canning rack and complete instruction and recipe book
Presto 1781 23-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker/Canner Overview
Holds 7 quarts, 20 pints or 24 1/2 pint jars. Features readable steam gauge for easy and accurate pressure control. Extra strong, warp-resistant aluminum construction provides fast, even heating. Doubles as a large capacity pressure cooker. Gleaming, polished finish for lasting beauty. Cooking/canning rack and complete instruction/recipe booklet. 23 Qt. capacity.Presto 1781 23-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker/Canner Specifications
The USDA recommends pressure canning as the only safe method for low-acid foods such as vegetables, meats, and poultry. The Presto 23-quart pressure canner is more than adequate for any home canning needs. It's a professional-quality tool, made of heavy-duty aluminum, with stay-cool handles and a strong-lock steel lid. An accompanying rack fits down into the pot to keep jars up off the bottom, so that liquid can circulate underneath. And it can do double duty as a large pressure cooker. It's easy to cook healthfully with pressure cookers, since the food retains so much more of its nutrients and flavor.The sturdy lid locks down during canning or cooking; an inner sealing ring keeps the steam in. In addition to a pop-up pressure indicator and a simple steam release mechanism, there is an overpressure plug that will let off steam if it builds up excessively. The pressure dial gauge gives an accurate reading so that pressure can be kept constant during canning. This pressure canner is also a cooker that's useful for weeknight dinners or for any meal that needs to come together quickly. An accompanying booklet contains more than 50 recipes, ranging from basic soup stocks to stews and pot roasts--even sweets like English Plum Pudding or Brown Bread! Tenderize lean cuts of beef or pork, or cook chicken, fish, or vegetables faster than you can in a microwave, and without losing moisture.
Nonabrasive cleansers are best for cleaning this aluminum pressure cooker, though occasional use of a fine metal polish will help the exterior keep its shine. The lid of the Presto 23-quart pressure canner is not immersible. In addition, the sealing ring should be removed after each use to allow cleaning of the inside rim of the lid. The dial gauge is delicate; detailed care instructions are found in the accompanying booklet. The vent pipe is simple to keep clean with a small brush or pipe cleaner, and both the air vent/cover lock and the overpressure plug are removable. The pressure cooker measures 14 inches in diameter (17 inches including handles) and 15-1/2 inches tall (including lid). Presto guarantees this pressure cooker with an extended 12-year warranty. A detailed instruction and recipe booklet is included; special safety issues that pertain to pressure cookers are clearly explained. --Garland Withers
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