Are you ready to embark on a journey of preserving your favorite fruits, vegetables, jams, and pickles? One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is selecting the right canning jars for your culinary creations. With various sizes, shapes, and features available, choosing the perfect jars can make a significant difference in the success…
Category: Canning Instructions
Canning Instructions for Cucumber Sandwich Pickles
Below is a step-by-step canning recipe for cucumber sandwich pickles from the Ball Blue Book, along with the accompanying instructions: Ingredients: 8 lbs pickling cucumbers (about 3- to 4-inch) 1/2 cup Salt for Pickling & Preserving 4 cups sugar 3 cups vinegar (5% acidity) 2 cups water 2 tsp celery seed 1/4 cup mustard seed…
Preserving Summer’s Bounty: A Guide to Canning Pickles and Relishes
As the summer harvest reaches its peak, many of us find ourselves with an abundance of cucumbers, peppers, and other fresh produce begging to be preserved. Canning pickles and relishes offers a delicious solution to this seasonal bounty, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of summer throughout the year. In this guide, we’ll explore the…
Pressure Canning vs. Hot Water Bath Canning: Understanding the Difference
Canning is a preservation method that has been utilized for centuries to store foods safely for extended periods. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy seasonal produce year-round and reduce food waste. However, not all foods can be canned using the same method. Two primary techniques employed in home canning are pressure canning and hot water…
Canning Instructions for Fresh Peaches
Here are step-by-step canning instructions for canned peaches from the Ball Blue Book: Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh peaches Water Granulated sugar (optional) Bottled lemon juice or citric acid Canning jars, lids, and bands Water bath canner Jar lifter Lid lifter/magnetic wand Large pot for blanching Peeler Knife Instructions: 1. Prepare Your Equipment: Wash jars, lids,…
Canning Instructions for Jalapeno Pepper Slices
Here are step-by-step canning instructions for jalapeno pepper slices from the Ball Blue Book: Ingredients and Equipment: Fresh jalapeno peppers Vinegar (5% acidity) Canning jars, lids, and bands Water bath canner Jar lifter Lid lifter/magnetic wand Gloves (optional, but recommended when handling hot peppers) Cutting board and knife Instructions: 1. Prepare Your Equipment: Wash jars,…
Canning Instructions for Diced Tomatoes
Here are step-by-step canning instructions for diced tomatoes from the Ball Blue Book: Ingredients and Equipment: – Fresh tomatoes – Lemon juice or citric acid – Canning jars, lids, and bands – Water bath canner – Jar lifter – Lid lifter/magnetic wand – Large pot for blanching Instructions: 1. Prepare Your Equipment: – Wash jars,…