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The most popular material for home canning jars is glass.

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Can you use misc jars you have around the house like mayo or other pickle jars to do your own pickling in and how do you seal them if so?

It is not safe to reuse commercial canning jars for home canning. The glass in home canning jars is thicker than in commercial jars and they are created specifically to work with 2-piece lids. It is also not advisable to use very old canning jars.


What company makes Ball canning jars?

If you are asking about Ball-brand home canning products, that business was spun off in 1993. For information on Ball jars, the Ball Blue Book and other canning products, visit the Jarden Corporation at www.homecanning.com.


Where are golden harvest canning jars made?

Golden Harvest canning jars are made by the company Jarden Home Brands. They make Golden Harvest, Kerr and Ball ¨ brands are all manufactured in Indiana.


How long should I boil the jars for canning to ensure proper preservation?

To ensure proper preservation when canning, boil the jars for 10 minutes.


Where can one buy glass jars for canning peaches?

Jars for canning peaches are sold under the Ball brand name. They are available at Sears stores, Ace Hardware stores, World Market and Ideal True Value Home Centers.


What are the components of a canning kit?

A canning kit generally includes wide-mouth canning jars, a funnel to fill the jars, and various utensils to handle the food you are canning. Some canning kits also come with a digital timer to measure processing time.


Can you use baby food jars for canning?

If you use fresh lids and the jars have been throughly cleaned and sanitized, you might be able to use them for canning.


How long do I need to boil canning jars in order to properly seal them?

To properly seal canning jars, you typically need to boil them for about 10 minutes.


Can plastic jars be used for canning mayonnaise?

No. Use glass jars that have airtight seals and can be sterilized. Plastic won't ensure your home-made mayonnaise will remain safe.


Does homemade salsa have to be boiled before canning in jars?

You would want to have anything you're canning pretty hot when you put it in the jars, yes. Cold filling, sealing, and heating will cause jars to explode.


Can you still buy mom's canning jars?

Yes, Mason canning jars are available at dry goods stores, grocery stores, and big box stores.


How long do you boil canning jars before using them for preserving food?

Canning jars should be boiled for 10 minutes before using them for preserving food.