Canning TomatoesThis is a page about canning tomatoes. Tomatoes are a good choice when canning fresh produce.
How Long Are Canned Green Beans Good For?How long can you keep and use green beans that were canned. I found a jar dated 8/20/08. They look good and have a sufficient amount of liquid around them.
Canning Green TomatoesThis is a page about canning green tomatoes. Green tomatoes are great for canning, whether you can them for frying later or want to make a relish or pickled tomatoes.
How to Pickle VegetablesThis is a page about how to pickle vegetables. Pickling your garden vegetables is a time honored method of putting them up.
Canning BeefBy canning beef you can take advantage of sales and not have to use up as much of your freezer space. This is a page about canning beef.
Canning ApplesauceThis is a page about canning applesauce. Canning applesauce is not only easy, but also a good way to use up extra apple from your tree.
Canning Boneless Chicken BreastsThis quick video will teach you how to save your excess chicken breasts by canning them.
Reusing Canning JarsThis is a page about reusing canning jars. If you do a lot of canning you will want to reuse the jars next season.
Saving Money on Canning SuppliesThis is a page about saving money on canning supplies. Besides a proper canning kettle, there are other tools and supplies that will make canning easier and save you time and money.
Canning PapayasThis is a page about canning papayas. Canning is a common method of processing fruit for later usage. Tropical fruit such as papaya is a good choice for canning.
Canning PlumsThis is a page about canning plums. If you have more plums than you can eat right away, canning them use later in the year is a great option.
Canning StrawberriesThis is a page about canning strawberries. Canning is a perfect way to preserve those deliciously sweet strawberries from your garden or the farmer's market. You can make a jam or jelly or can the whole fruit in a syrup.
Canning QuinceThis is a page about canning quince. If you have more quince than you can use right away, canning it is a great way to preserve it's flavor.
Canning OrangesThis is a page about canning oranges. Canning your oranges at their peak of freshness will give them the best possible flavor when you use them later.
Canning Bell Peppers?This is a page about canning bell peppers. Canning you bell peppers will keep their flavor and color for use later in the year.
Canning ArtichokesThis is a page about canning artichokes. Canning artichokes is a great way to preserve them for later use.
Canning AsparagusThis is a page about canning asparagus. Asparagus can grow in quite a bounty in your garden. Save the freshness of your asparagus by canning it.
Canning PineapplesThis is a page about canning pineapples. Canned pineapple is a staple of many kitchens for salads, desserts, even pizza. Why not can your own from fresh pineapple?
Home Canning Tips and TricksThis is a page about home canning tips and tricks. Canning is a perfect way to preserve the foods you can't use up right away. It's a simple process that will keep your harvest available for use year round.
Uses for Extra Syrup from Preserving Pears?I canned fresh pears in a sugar and water syrup. My recipe said to boil the water sugar syrup, add cored, peeled, and quartered pears to the syrup and boil for 5 minutes longer, then load into jars and fill with syrup. So far so good.
Canning Green BeansThis is a page about canning green beans. Canning fresh green beans from your garden or those you purchased on sale at the grocery is easy and inexpensive to do. Follow a few easy steps and you can become an expert at canning.
Canning MushroomsThis is a page about canning mushrooms. Mushrooms are a wonderful addition to many types of meals. Preserve you mushroom harvest and enjoy them through out the year.
Canning PearsThis is a page about canning pears. Canning pears is a great, thrifty way to store pears from your harvest for use later in the winter and spring. Storing and canning your pears properly, will ensure you can enjoy them year round.
Canning Tomato SalsaThis is a page about canning tomato salsa. Store bought salsa is never as good as what you can make at home. By making a large batch and canning your salsa, you can store jars for later or give them as gifts.
Canning NectarinesThis is a page about canning nectarines. Canned nectarines are wonderful for year round tasty treats like pies, smoothies, or just right out of the jar. Canning is a great way to preserve nectarines until you are ready to use them.
Canning Butternut Squash?I would like to know if you can, can butternut squash.
Making Homemade JamThis is a page about making homemade jam. The abundance of fresh fruit either from your own trees or the market almost demands making jam. Homemade jam is easy and delicious and allows you to create your own flavors and combinations. It also makes a wonderful gift.
Canning Using 2 Quart Jars?I have 2 quart jars (1/2 gallon) from my aunt. I would like to can tomatoes in them. Has anyone used them before? What can I put them in and how long do I process? Thanks for your help.
Canning PeachesThis is a page about canning peaches. Canned peaches are a great way to preserve summer's sweet bounty.
Canning Peaches?Today I bought a box of peaches. I want to can them, but can't find a good recipe. If anyone has a great recipe I would really like to try it.
Canning Red Cabbage?I would like to know how to can red cabbage.
How Do I Can Green Beans?How long do I process green beans in a hot water bath in the canner?
Canning LemonsThis is a page about canning lemons. If your trees yielded a lot of lemons this year, don't let them go to waste. It is very easy to can lemons so that you can use them later.
Canning Cobbler?I need to can a cobbler. Do I just make the cobbler then can it as usual?
Determining Canning Time for Smaller Jars?I need to can in smaller jars, and want to know how to adjust canning times for a recipe if I am putting product in smaller jars. Is there a rule or a guide line that I can follow?
Canning Blackberry Salsa?Does anyone have a canning recipe for blackberry salsa? Is it possible to water bath can blackberry salsa?
Canning October Beans?This is my first time growing October beans. I need to know the best way to can these, please. Any ideas?
Canning CherriesThis is a page about canning cherries. One of the most popular ways of preserving these tart and sweet fruit for later use in pies and other recipes is canning. Choosing the fruit when it is at its best for canning is the first step.
Canning Cabbage?I would like information on canning cabbage.
Canning KiwifruitThis is a page about canning kiwifruit. The next time you have ripe kiwifruit, try making kiwi jam. Canning kiwifruit as jam allows you to enjoy this wonderful fruit any time.
Canning ApricotsThis is a page about canning apricots. Maybe you have an apricot tree or found a great deal on a bunch of apricots. Canning apricots is easy and is the perfect way to store them for later use.
Cleaning Zinc Canning Jar Lids?Does anyone know how to clean the metal (zinc) jar lids or covers without harming them. These are the ones that were used years ago for canning.They have a glass liner in the top of the inside cover. Thanks
Canning ApplesThis is a page about canning apples. Sometimes the best way to buy apples is in bulk. If you can't eat them quickly enough, consider canning them.
Canning Squash?Can you can squash in quart jars, if so how?
Canning FigsThis is a page about canning figs. If you have figs left over this season, canning them is one way to preserve them. Now you can cook with figs when they would normally be out of season.
Canning Watermelon?Has anyone tried to can (water-bathed processed) watermelon? If you have, how did it turn out and did you use a sugar syrup on it or what?
Canning Squash and Cabbage?I'm interested in canning cabbage, as well as, zucchini and small squash. Any info would be appreciated.
Canning How Tos?I am looking for information on how to can. Can anyone help me out?
Recipes for Green Tomatoes?I am looking for green tomato recipes.
How Do I Can Vegetables?I'm wanting to can some Florida red potatoes, corn off the cob, and cranberry beans. How do I start?
Canning Fish and Shrimp?Does anyone have suggestions for canning shrimp and fish? I have successfully canned beef, pork, chicken, etc. I would like to can my freezer-full of shrimp and fish in case of power outages. Any suggestions? Thanks!
How Do I Can Hot Peppers and Green Tomatoes?I'd like to know how to can hot peppers with green tomatoes in it? Do I use vinegar and water, or just plain vinegar? My grandma use to do it, but I cant remember how. Thank you.
Homemade Corn Relish is Hard and Chewy?When I make corn relish the finished product is hard, almost chewy hard, what did I do?
Finding Free or Inexpensive Canning Jars?I am looking for free or cheap canning jars of any size, shape, or color. Where can I find them?
Why Are My Pickles Mushy?My pickles always turn mushy. What am I doing wrong?
Can Jelly and Juice Year RoundI love to can and make jelly and jam. So when the fruit is readily available, I make a batch or two of jelly and can the juice in quart and pint jars. Around Christmas time, I make another batch or two and again in mid-spring.
Pear Preserves Turned to Sugar Once Cooled?My home made pear preserves turned to sugar after cooling in the jars for a few days. Does anyone know if it is possible to reheat, add more liquid and can them back in clean jars?
Selecting a Tomato for Canning?For those of you who garden and can food, what variety of tomato is best for canning? I am looking for a tomato that has a big yield, great flavor, and isn't too watery.
Recipe for Hot Dill Pickles?I'm looking for a recipe for hot pickles. I've been told they are dill pickles with chili peppers.
How Economical Is It To Pressure Can Food?I already can in a water bath. I get as much produce out of my garden as I can and go to a place that sells canning veggies pretty darn cheap. I want to buy a pressure canner at Walmart for about $60. What I want to know is: how economical is it to pressure can?
Canning Fresh Chestnuts?How do you can fresh chestnuts?
Canning Chicken Rice Soup Safely?I didn't realize chicken/rice soup had to be canned in a pressure canner instead of a bath canner. Can I freeze the soup if I have already canned it in a bath canner? Or can I now can it in a pressure canner?
Recipe for Jarring Geese?I got some geese and am looking for a recipe for jarring them if anyone can help.Thanks.
Pressure Canning?I am canning leftover vegetable soup. I have a 6 qt. Elite platinum digital pressure cooker. It holds 4 pt. jars. I need to know how long to set it for.
Free Printable Canning Labels?I am looking for a site where you can get free canning labels to download and type in the jar contents. I found several that say free but really are not. Thanks.
Canning Hot Peppers?I would like information on canning hot peppers.
How Do I Can Tomatoes?We have a lot of tomato fields around us. So I decided to stop and ask one of the farmers if he would mind me picking up what they had left behind. I have never done any canning so I was wondering if someone could tell me what to do with all of them.
Garlic in My Canned Pepper Rings Turned Blueish?A few weeks ago I canned banana pepper rings. As well as the banana pepper rings, I added fresh garlic and onion. My question is: Why did my crushed, fresh garlic turn blueish-looking?
What Do I Do if the Canning Lids Did Not Seal?The canning lids on my jam jars did not pop and seal. How do I correct this?
Do I Have to Process Canned Foods if I Use Self Sealing Lids?With self sealing lids, do you have to process canned foods in a boiling water bath?
Blueberry Jam Turned Out Hard?I have just made my first attempt at blueberry jam, the old fashioned way without using pectin. It has gone so hard that I am thinking of reheating it and pouring it onto a baking sheet to make boiled sweets.
Can I Use Vinegar with 4% Acidity for Canning?I've noticed some stores are offering their own brands of vinegar at 4% acidity instead of the traditional 5% acidity. Will this have any effect on canning foods? That's a 20% cut in acidity.
Canning Zucchini Relish?If you make zucchini relish and you have your canning jars hot and fill them with hot relish do you still have to put them through another hot bath before or after sealing them?
Is There a Difference Between Eating Pears and Canning Pears?What is the difference between eating pears and canning pears?
Standard Can Size MeasurementsPicnic = 10-1/2 to 12 oz. = 1-1/4 cups, 12 oz. vacuum = 12 oz. = 1-1/2 cups, #1 can = 11 oz. = 1-1/3 cup
Quick Decorative Jar CoversDecorating jars of homemade preserves is a cinch with cupcake wrappers, available in many patterns and colors at the grocery store.
End of the Garden PicklesSoak cucumbers, peppers, cabbage, onions, celery, and tomatoes in salt water (1/2 cup salt to 2 quarts water) over night. Drain. Cook carrots and string beans in boiling water until tender.
Easy Berry Canning JuiceThis is based on a long family recipe, and I changed some of it to make it very more protected, though, it makes the best juice, and it's very easy, you just have to give it some time for the flavors to develop.
"Old Fashion" Canning Recipes?As a child, my mother always seemed to be canning something. Unfortunately, in 1985, she passed away at the age of 59; and here I am at age 63, wishing I had gotten my hands on some of her good ole' mouth-watering recipes.
Making Apple ButterPeel and slice enough apples to fill a heavy six quart pan. Cook rapidly, stirring frequently, until apples are soft; then cook slowly, stirring constantly. When the mixture begins to thicken, add spices and sugar.
Easy Canning Instructions?I am a first timer and am looking for easy canning instructions. Thanks.
Link: Canning InformationFor those interested in canning foods and storing them safely. This is a site put out by the government that has a lot of information. I have been canning for years from meats to veggies and fruits, and soups and sauces.
Can You Use Frozen Grapes to Make Jam?Can you use concord grapes that have frozen on the vines to make grape jam?
Making Apple Jam?Can someone tell me how to make apple jam. Not apple butter, apple jam.
