Pressure canning will give you the possibilities to can food that is not high in acid. I use pressure canners for beans, soups, meats and other mixed foods.

Pressure canning takes a little more practice and care. It is very important to make sure the pressure-canning gauge is working properly. In my area you can take your pressure canner to the nearest Extension Office and they will gladly test the gauge and reset it for you.

The other important step in pressure canning is to make sure you do not open the canner before all pressure has been released from the canner. This is very important!

This video is the last of the pressure-canning video’s and has great information.

Canning your garden produce can save you money and produces fresh quality food for the winter months.

This video describes in detail how to use the water bath canning method. This was the first canning process I used when I made raspberry jam when I was an eight year old with the help of my mother of course. And to this day raspberry jam is still my favorite.

I use the water bath mainly for tomatoes, pickles and jams or jelly and it’s very easy. We have an old family pickle recipe that we always make and are a “must have” for holidays. I also enjoy stewed tomatoes for lunch in the winter. It’s like stepping back into summer.

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This You Tube video covers both steps to processing food using the two types of canners.

I have canned for many years but this video covers good ideas for experienced canners and new canners alike. It also brings back many memories of gardening and working in the kitchen with family.

With the higher prices of food and some of the unsafe chemicals used on foods or in factories canning is a good idea.

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