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- By - Step Canning of Acid Foods
- Assemble all equipment and utensils. Make sure
everything is clean and in good working condition.
- Visually examine jars for nicks and cracks.
Examine lids for scratches and defects. Check bands for proper fit.
Wash jar and two-piece lids in hot soapy water. Rinse. Put jars and
lids in spaceport filled with water; bring water to a simmer of 180
degrees F. Allow jars and lids to remain hot water until needed. Do
not boil lids. Dry bands; set aside.
- Select firm, ripe, unblemished produce. Prepare
enough for one canner load at a time. Wash produce through before preparing
recipe. Fruit and tomatoes should be peeled unless otherwise directed
in the recipe.
- Follow recipe instructions for preparation
and processing. To treat fruit to prevent darkening refer to Antioxidants.
- Pack food in jars loosely enough for juice
to circulate between pieces without wasting space, leaving head space
as recommended in the recipe.
- Cover the food with hot syrup, juice or water,
leaving head space as recommended in the recipe.
- Remove air bubbles with a nonmetallic spatula.
- Wipe the rim and threads of jars with a clean,
damp cloth. Adjust two-piece caps.
- Place each jar as it is fill onto elevated
rack over canner containing simmering water. When all jars are filled,
lower rack into canner and add boiling water to cover two-piece caps
on jars by 1 to 2 inches. Cover canner with lid and bringing water to
a boil. Adjust heat to hold water a a steady rolling boil. Start counting
processing time when water reaches a rolling boil. If during the processing
time water should boil away and the two-piece caps become exposed, add
boiling water to cover the lids again.
- When processing time is complete, t urn off
heat and remove jars from canner. Stand jars upright on a towel out
of the draft. Allow 1 to 2 inches of space between jars. Do not re tighten
hands.
- After 12 to 24 hours, test seals and remove
bands.
- Wash outside of jar and lid surface. Label.
Store sealed jars in a cook, dry, dark place.
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