To sterilize and seal jars for canning: Unscrew the ring bands from the canning jars, remove the lids and wash both thoroughly with soap and hot water. Arrange the jars in a large pot or baking pan ...

Jar cleaning and preparation: Before every use, wash empty jars in hot water with detergent and rinse well by hand, or wash in a dishwasher. Jars should be kept hot (180 degrees) until ready to fill ...

There’s something truly special about homemade strawberry jelly. It’s sweet, simple, and packed with real fruit flavor—just ...

Canning started with Napoleon, and for obvious reasons, according to University of Connecticut professor Cameron Faustman. Being Napoleon, he needed a large army. Being French, he needed to feed them ...

Home canning is a popular and safe way to preserve food for later use. Jams, pickles, soups, sauces, meat and seafood are frequently canned in glass jars. If home canned foods are not properly ...