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Posted by bks76 April 4, 2012

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pixie_louUpdated April 5, 2012 One thing to think about with jam - the jam needs to be ladeled into the jars when it is still almost boiling hot. Double batches of jam have a tendency not to set. You cannot make a batch of jam, jar it, and then let it sit on th...

Your Favorite Small Batch Preserving Book

Posted by uaskigyrl(7) October 25, 2011

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teauteau(KC5/6)Updated April 5, 2012 I love the Ellie Top book I have. I bought it from Amazon last year and have made a lot of the recipes.

Marmalade Question

Posted by eahamel(9a) February 10, 2012

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eahamel(9a)Updated April 4, 2012 Irene & Country & Melly, thanks for the suggestions. I've added them to the recipe and will use them next time I make this marmalade.

canning eggs is this safe

Posted by wdenton07 February 26, 2009

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seagleUpdated April 4, 2012 Ok, I have read the posts here and there is a lot of bad information. Eggs do not contain the bacterium C. botulinum, which grows in oxygen free environments. The one case of botulism that included pickled eggs also had beets. Bee...

old bail lids of Ball jars difficult to open

Posted by rhubarb_stalker(Z5b Western MA) March 31, 2012

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readinglady(z8 OR)Updated April 4, 2012 I would try using a plastic blade to get some leverage. If that doesn't work you could try immersing the jars in warm water which would soften the gaskets. Nothing too extreme, though, due to the age of the glass. Eventually they ...

Oh no - cake in a jar recipe!

Posted by cinsay(z5 OH) July 28, 2010

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Mariah_CCUpdated April 3, 2012 Oh my goodness, Ladies, for a long time I have been searching for a way to make something like the cake in a jar published in the article. However, I realized it was not safe, and I really didn't want to be sending cake that was p...

Can you bake in a Mason jar?

Posted by 2ajsmama November 2, 2010

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Mariah_CCUpdated April 3, 2012 Hey Ladies, I am so excited to announce that I am starting my own business selling cake in a jar. I was inspired by my LOVE for cake and my LOVE for family. We just launched our website, and I encourage all of you to check out our...

Canning ham...

Posted by Pepfun1-2(8) February 21, 2012

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gardenman101(Z6 Spingfield, Ma)Updated April 2, 2012 Ok, i have a question which i could not find an answer in Balls Blue book. I boild down the remains of some left over ham (on the bone) and removed the fat (processed twice on the stove to make sure i got all fat) How do I can the...

Always check your vinegar

Posted by berrybusy March 31, 2012

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macybabyUpdated April 2, 2012 that and watch for apple cider flavored white vingar. Came home with a gallon of that once. Not all what I wanted for my canning.

Spicy dilly green tomato pickles

Posted by spacetogrow(4 MN) March 31, 2012

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spacetogrow(4 MN)Updated March 31, 2012 The dried garlic flakes sound like a great solution! Thanks so much for your feedback, Carol. Have an abundant season.

New Canning Issues

Posted by witsgoeilh March 28, 2012

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sweetquietplaceUpdated March 29, 2012 Did you remember to put the lids in simmering water for several minutes before putting them on the jars. You have to do this in order to soften up the rubber so they'll seal tight when they're mashed down on the jar rim. Also, if ...

jar storage-ring storage

Posted by pqtex March 26, 2012

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nancyofncUpdated March 28, 2012 Store the jars upside down and you likely won't have an issue with chipping. Rings go in plastic bags like canfan but I put in a paper towel packet of dry powdered milk to gather any possible moisture. Nancy

Any Lower Cost Pressure Canners?

Posted by lisazone6_ma(z6 MA) June 9, 2010

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Blue Chair Jam cookbook - a keeper?

Posted by 2ajsmama January 1, 2011

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jxbrownUpdated March 23, 2012 Sounds good to me! I think that you will enjoy a Gold Nugget tangerine warm from the tree!

making tomato sauce without a food mill

Posted by ljpother(3a) March 13, 2012

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lakelifer(5)Updated March 21, 2012 Last year I got lazy and processed my tomatoes through a blender. I was pleased with the final product and will do it again.

Newbie with Jam Questions

Posted by moonwolf_gw January 4, 2011

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stear1Updated March 19, 2012 Hi, I have found that using 'Pamona' brand pectin seems to work the best and it can be used for low sugar, no sugar, and even honey which the sure jell cannot. Also you can adjust your amount of sugar to your taste. (if you are se...

Buckets advertised for beer fermenting

Posted by gardengalrn(5KS) March 11, 2012

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fedup321(7 NC)Updated March 16, 2012 I own a beer and wine supplies store, and I use a beer fermenter for my kraut, and I have sold several for the same thing . They are 6.5 gals.

sauerkraut large batch recipe ?

Posted by mrsdlight March 14, 2012

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dgkritch(Z8 OR)Updated March 16, 2012 You can roughly figure a pound of food fits in a pint jar. 38 heads is a LOT of cabbage! Even if they're small and only weigh a couple of pounds each, you're talking about more than 75 lbs. The weight will shrink some as it fermen...

Canned green beans safe?

Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC November 1, 2011

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wertach zone 7-B SCUpdated March 15, 2012 He is still eating them! He hasn't got sick yet! But he promised that he is going to use his new pressure caner this year, if he lives long enough!

'Cake in a jar' recipes--are they safe?

Posted by girlbug2(z9/10, Sunset zone 24) December 21, 2010

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digdirt2Updated March 13, 2012 Everyone has to choose their own comfort level when it comes to risk taking. Some accept none at all, some achieve a moderate balance, and some are apparently comfortable with a great deal of risk. Nothing will change their minds ...

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