Water-bath canning is only for produce that is HIGH in acid. Such as for tomatoes and berries and for making pickles. It ...

Whether to dry, freeze, ferment, or can is a fundamental food preservation question, and canning is often the best answer. More and more people are deciding to learn how to can food at home.

The Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving is the canning bible. It has all the info you need for preserving your food safely, making it our top canning supplies pick. Keep this book on your ...

There’s been a recent noticeable resurgence in home canning, a method of preserving food that was once a staple in American households. This renewed interest is particularly strong among ...

It’s time again to plan, garden, harvest and preserve our generous bounty of local foods. Although it is too early for garden produce, it is great to be ...

Smith said her students choose to take canning classes for many reasons. In an era of high food prices, some hope growing and preserving their own food will save money. Others want more control over ...

Memaw steadily canned everything Papaw grew in the summertime: tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers, peas, squash, okra.

Another great resource is Ball Corp., a longtime go-to for food preservation information. Staffers there recommend using Ball’s canning books published in 2016 and beyond for the newest and ...

1. Sort and wash the strawberries, removing any blemishes and stems and caps. Chop the berries and place in a large bowl.