Pressure Canning: A Step-By-Step Guide

By Leda Meredith, About.com Guide

Fasten the pressure canner lid on (how varies depending on which brand you’ve got). Leave the vent pipe or the petcock open. Turn the heat on high if it isn’t already (see previous step #3). When steam begins to escape from the vent or petcock vigorously, start timing. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for how long to allow the steam to exhaust. If unspecified, let it go for 10 minutes.

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• Pressure Canning
• Place Rack in Canner & Add Water
• Turn On Heat If Hot Packing Jars
• Fill Jars and Place in Pressure Canner
• Close Canner and Vent Steam for 10 Minutes
• Raise Pressure and Process the Jars of Food
• Depressurize the Canner Before Opening
• Open Pressure Canner and Carefully Remove Jars

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