Home Canning Made Easier

By Lois Hoffman
Updated on August 31, 2021
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Lois Hoffman
Home Canned Peaches

After this past year with food and supply shortages, more folks than ever have gotten on the home canning band wagon. For as far back as I can remember, this has just been a way of life for my family. It is actually hard for me to fathom anyone who doesn’t do it.

However, like anything, it can be daunting for the novice. I have heard comments such as “Pressure canning scares me,” or “What if I do something wrong and it’s not safe to eat? I would rather buy it.”

Of course, buying it isn’t always the answer either. Just think how many food recalls there have been in the last few years.

So, is home canning for you? You will never know until you try. As with driving a car, owning a gun or anything else, just follow the instructions. Where people get into trouble and things go wrong is when they take shortcuts. These only come after years of experience and trial and error.

With a few of those years tucked under my belt, I would like to offer some things that I have learned so far. Learning is a process, you never get done. Hopefully, these tips will help not only the beginner, but also the seasoned canners.

Just Do It

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