Canning vegetables is a simple way of storing freshness and taste. If you are able to boil water and tell time, canning vegetables will be no problem for you.
Being able to begin canning vegetables is a convenient process to know how to do, especially if you happen to buy or grow more than you’re able to use. Vegetables such as potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes and yams are good to use the canning process for. You will have fresh canned vegetables for years to come.
Steps to Canning Vegetables
• Pick out the fresh vegetables and have them ready
• Make sure you have several sterilized glass jars (quart or pint will do)
• Get a pot of boiling water in order to peel the vegetables (this step is optional)
• Fill the clean sterilized jars with the vegetables. Make sure there are no air pockets and remember to pack the jars tight.
• Put the warm, dried lids on the jars, and tighten up the rims.
• Place jars in a pot of boiling water for about 90 minutes, and remove them once the process is done.
This simple process of canning vegetables will keep your vegetables fresh for years, and it saves you a lot of money!
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