Methods for canning foods at home have changed greatly since the procedure was first introduced almost two centuries ago. Since then, research has enabled home canners to simplify and safely preserve higher quality foods. Knowing why canning works and what causes food to spoil underscores the importance of following directions carefully.
This Ohio State University Extension Fact Sheet contains:
- How Canning Preserves Foods
- Food Acidity
- Using Boiling Water Canners
- Using Pressure Canners
- Filling and Processing
- Storing Canned Foods
- Recommended Books for Canning
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