A Beginners Guide to Pressure Canning | Pressure Canning 101 | Presto 23 Qt Pressure Canner

[@stephaniesanders1140]

I've water canned for years but never pressure canned. I recently bought this specific pressure canner and I loved your video! It was so detailed, informative and helpful! Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@ritareeves1453]

Oh my gosh thank you, even reading the instructions in my new presto canner, being such a newbie…I felt so intimidated and confused! You have eased my mind so much! Thank you so much for this video! 😅

[@abbeyverigin]

So glad it was helpful!

[@theresahanalei9885]

Excellent Video! Hubby just called me from a Hardware store, and asked if I wanted the Presto 23 Qt (knowing my frustration with high cost of All American) I said, I'll call u back. FIRST video I found was you. OMG you are so right UNDERSTANDING all the parts is crucial. What an informative, perfectly detailed explanation! I am creating a "Check List" to print out. I am so excited to get my tomatoes out of the freezer now. Girl I am ready!

[@karlaloves2garden]

I also just received a Presto 23 quart canner for my birthday yesterday. I watched your video and it clarified the steps for safe use. I canned my first batch of veggies for my pantry today and was pleased with the result! Thank you Abbey - I plan to use your videos to help me stock my pantry. I just retired this year and never had the time to do this until now and I am so excited. Thanks again!!

[@abbeyverigin]

I am so happy to hear that! Glad that you found it helpful. Congrats on your first batch in the pressure canner :)

[@coveykn]

I want to thank you Abby . I was about to throw my canner in the trash. I couldn’t hold pressure in the canner I had to watch it like a hawk. Really sucked for an hour and a half of my day. You told me about the cover block vent thingy. Mine wasn’t screwed on tight and that is why I couldn’t hold pressure. I tightened it and now I am re processing my food and it has been wonderful. No loss of pressure . You saved me.

[@abbeyverigin]

I am so happy to hear that!

[@plainjane188]

This is THE most helpful video on pressure canning! Thank you!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for watching!

[@NicholleLandrum]

THANK YOU for helping me be brave enough to finally use my pressure canner! I’ve read the directions so many times, but was still hesitant because I was afraid of blowing up my kitchen 😅 Watching your video was extremely helpful (especially to see you walk through the process and explain all the parts), and now I’m actually excited for my first pressure canning sesh! 😁🙌🏻💕

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear this Nicholle! Enjoy!!

[@KeepingOnTheWatch]

I used my Presto 16-quart pressure canner last night for the first time. Although I strictly followed the instructions in the owner's manual I was a little cautious and stood a little further away during the venting process. It was just an experiment to get familiar with pressure canning, which I had no previous experience with. Still, I wanted to watch this informative video. Thank you for uploading, Abbey.

[@bh4396]

Thank you! You’re the first person who has explained what to do when you hit pressure!!

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy it was helpful!

[@bethbaker6351]

This is the best pressure canning video I have ever seen. I needed this in my life . Thank you !

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you so much!

[@texas385homestead]

I just received a Presto 23 quart canner. I am SO happy to have come across this video! You made me feel much more comfortable about using it. Thank you for taking time to show all the parts!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so glad you found it helpful!

[@debraarizona4809]

First time watching your channel after watching so many on pressure canning. You explained everything perfectly, answered all my questions, and took the fear out of using a pressure canner. Thank you for sharing.⚘️greedings from Phoenix Az🌵🌞

[@abbeyverigin]

So happy to hear that! Happy canning :)

[@debraarizona4809]

@@abbeyverigin🙂👍🏽

[@abyk.r.7855]

Thanks for the video. Very straight forward, informative, and easy to follow. Finally feel confident to put my canner to use.

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@Cookingwithapril]

I have been canning for years. Great tips. I love the new ones I have seen or done. So glad I ran into your channel.

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you!

[@kathleenmarie5186]

Thank you so much for filming this. I bought the same pressure canner you have and and doing my first round of canning with it now.

[@abbeyverigin]

Awesome, good luck! It gets easier as you get used to the process!

[@seanfoster3817]

Best video I have seen. I have been watching videos for a few days. I was but real bad as a young teenager so I am pretty intimidated by them. I watched this one and I am on my to do a test run just like you showed. How says you can't teach a old dog new tricks. Thank you kindly.

[@MightyMoran]

I just started my practice run with my 16 qt. Presto canner, thanks to you! While a little nervous, I was no longer scared to start! Doing the practice run while taking notes made it so that my 1st run of canning went off smoothly! I found that once I put the weight on, it was a lot easier to control the pressure by bringing it up slowly. When I brought it up quickly, my pressure required far more baby sitting and was all over the place. So, thank you for that tip too!

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad it went well for you!

[@southernskytngarden]

Thanks so much! Watching so many videos as I just got my 22QT preowned Presto and want to do the canning test process to make sure all works properly. Appreciate your clear tutorial.

[@SunFlower-pj3cm]

Thank you for your wonderful channel it is such a blessing I have tuned in for some time finally purchased a presto canner Today I followed your uncomplicated instructions with success and have our 1st batch processing - green beans from the garden Again thank you for your kind encouragement and wonderful recipes In grace

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you for your kind words! I’m so glad this was helpful. Congrats on your first batch!

[@seamonkey702]

This video was perfect!!! Very informative! I learned so much! Definitely subscribing!!! Thank you!!

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you! So glad it was helpful

[@martiestes8932]

My grandmother taught me to can with her pressure canner in the late 70's. I'm not sure the brand she had (it was very old)..but my first canner was a Presto and I loved it so much! As my family grew, I graduated to the All American canner. It was quite the adjustment. This is a great beginners video. I will share with my homemaker friends. Thank you for sharing!

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you so much! How special to have your grandmother teach you that skill.

[@pennysantana7809]

Perfect descriptions, I have water bathed before, but not pressure canned. I was always afraid, when I was little I saw a lid from one stay on but the food came volcano out. 😮 But this year, I need to step up my game. Thank you for inspiring me. God bless and be safe 🙏 ❤️

[@jahnelbailey4595]

Thank you for this video! It was straight forward and I felt like you were with me in my kitchen walking me through. I had a successful first pressure canning experience that I am confident in thanks to you!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear it was helpful! Happy canning :)

[@kent1967kent]

Awesome vid. The perfect one with no bull rap. Too the point. Thank you!

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad to hear that!

[@Temptd2]

I have been canning for many years but we've done a lot of moving around the past 6 years so have not used my Presto canner. This was a fantastic reintroduction into everything I needed to know to refresh my canning skills! Thank you for making a no-nonsense, no-blather video that was informative and pleasant to watch as well. I have subscribed to your channel now!

[@abbeyverigin]

So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for subscribing :)

[@instructsriders71]

I have a canner but have not used it yet. I've watched a few videos but yours has been the most helpful by far at this stage of the game. Thank you!

[@abbeyverigin]

I am so happy to hear that!

[@tinablum9089]

Such a simple yet detail explanation of the canning process, thank you. I just purchased the exact same canner and this will be my first go at using it. Thank you so much for the video!

[@clairecrossan3246]

I bought presto 23qt canner 3 years ago and after reading instructions I put it back in box and never used it ...after watching ya video I'm going to try it today ..thx for great video

[@abbeyverigin]

That's great! Hope it went well :)

[@JoannePughessenceforabundance]

Thank you! I have done a lot of waterbath canning but was very intimidated by the pressure canner. I just bought the Presto and your video explaining all the safety features just took away any intimidation I had about using this.. May you be blessed with abundance and well being. 💜

[@johannaoconnor4809]

I've watched and read so much but this video has given me the courage to actually try it! Thank you!!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@soniastevens661]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. I needed this because I was so intimidated watching this boosted my confidence. Thank you again.

[@abbeyverigin]

I am so happy to hear that!

[@haroldhenderson2824]

I am a "Born again" canner. I used to to can tomatoes and green beans years ago. These "newer" models are very nice. If possible get a "jiggler", they are practically fool-proof! Gauges show the difference in pressure between the steam inside the canner and the room air. I am at 1300 feet above sea level, the adjustment isn't much. In Denver or Flagstaff, knowing the time required for your "expected pressure" becomes more important. The boiling water isn't as hot as it would be at lower altitudes, so longer cooking times might be required for some items (typically meats). Salt (or acid) usually preserves vegetables and fruits with less cooking.

[@silklilly5291]

I just got my pressure canner yesterday and your video is great! Thank you.

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy to hear that!

[@collette2908]

Thanks for all the details! Very helpful tutorial!

[@KeepItSimpleKat]

Thank you for this great beginner video! I've had my Presto canner for 5 years, and it's still in the box! lol This really helps to encourage me to get at it... thanks again.

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear that! Good luck!

[@gunrivgen3279]

Best info video ever. First time using this pressure canner and was so scared to try it. I feel comfortable after watching your video. Now I know what every little part does and how to do this process. Thank you very much for sharing this video. ❤

[@abbeyverigin]

So happy to hear that!

[@dcfromthev]

I’m just getting started in home mycology and this is super helpful info! Thank you!

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy to hear that!

[@ifyim7400]

Thank you so much for this great video, you gave me the confidence i needed to use my presto canner after almost two years I purchased it.

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy to hear that!

[@lencervo8130]

Thank you so much for the demonstration. Just got a new presto pressure, canner for my son and daughter-in-law and just doing our first Canning

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so glad it was helpful! Have fun!

[@wethepeople9908]

That was a great video I really appreciate the detailed information on how that works I actually just ordered my presto pressure canner and looking forward to having it in a couple of days. I'm new to canning but really excited about learning something new. You have a fantastic and blessed day

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you! I am glad you found it helpful. Happy canning :)

[@i8bugs1]

How very helpful this was! Thank you so much!

[@courtney6378]

I just canned my first batch of green beans and this was so helpful. Thank you!!

[@abbeyverigin]

Good job! I’m so happy to hear that!

[@emilylanham9635]

This video is perfect! It was like you were with me, teaching me how to do it! TY!

[@abbeyverigin]

So happy to hear that!

[@PacificNorthwestBowhunting]

I have that exact setup - thanks for such a clear and concise tutorial 👍

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy it was helpful!

[@plot1895]

Super video. I received my Presto canner last week and have just started using it.

[@abbeyverigin]

Awesome, thank you! Happy canning!

[@patriciawerner928]

thank you for your video. I have this same canner but have never canned in my life and was somewhat afraid since I remember my mom saying to me (55 years ago) that pressure cookers can blow up. I selected this canner after researching the safety features but, until your video, I never felt comfortable enough to begin...thank you, again, for the step by step information.

[@abbeyverigin]

I am so happy you found it helpful! I felt that way too the first few sessions. With time you will feel more comfortable :)

[@darylross934]

What's the shelf life on the jars once they're canned? Can you keep them on the pantry?

[@LesleyDunn-jf3ym]

Thank you so much for this video! I received my Presto canner and I’m canning green beans today! I didn’t know to let it vent 10 minutes and then put the regulator on!!! Love this video and info!!

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad you found it helpful! hope your first canning session went well :)

[@LesleyDunn-jf3ym]

@@abbeyverigin yes everything went well and I’ve canned 2 bushels of white half runner green beans so far and I’ve also canned dill pickles with the water bath method and I made your recipe for the brine to ferment some as well! I love all your videos and information! Thank you!

[@geeljireoomaar6140]

Thanks very much it is an interesting tool Your explanations are very clear abd easy to follow Thank you

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charlie99567]

Thank you just got my presto today.👍

[@abbeyverigin]

Awesome! Have fun!

[@kittykatu2865]

Thank you so much for this video! I really wanted an all American but I have a GE glass top & it really didn’t seem to be a good idea because of the weight. I saw where you said that same thing in a comment reply(confirmation👍) You have made me feel much more confident about the Presto as that was my next choice. You have a new subscriber! Thanks so much for what you do👍👏👏

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so glad it was helpful! I too really wanted an All American but didn’t want to risk it. The presto gets the job done and is super easy to use. Happy to have you here! Thanks for watching.

[@Luke2128]

You're a star! Best video EVER!

[@MamaGil17]

Thank you! I just bought that same Presto canner so this was a great tutorial. 🙏🏼

[@abbeyverigin]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@suhyunchoe4910]

Thank you so much for this video. Could you share how you clean and store your canner? Does the dial gage need to be removed, or can the lid be flipped upside when storing? Does the gasket need to be removed and washed every time? Thank you so much!

[@marymccoy1619]

I absolutely love this video not all the way through it but I appreciate the information

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching!

[@samanthafranks725]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm new to canning and I've wb a few things but have been nervous about pc. This was so helpful and did help me relax a little about pc.

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear it was helpful! Good luck!

[@lilfishbigsea007]

The girl in this video is so pretty! Thank you for teaching us about canning. Your channel is pretty awesome btw

[@denisandelainelafreniere8127]

I loved your video. I have the same Presto canner that you demonstrated and have been using it for 3 years. However, I haven’t used it since last summer and the last time I used it last week the air vent lock after it popped up did still continue to vent some steam. I can’t remember if this is ok and nowhere on the manual does it talk about it. I couldn’t tell on the video if any steam escaped on yours. The canner does not have any trouble getting to 11# or maintaining the pressure. The jars all sealed. Should I be concerned about this or is this normal? I have canned all my life mostly water bath canning but in the last few years I have enjoyed being able to put up non-acidic foods. Thanks for the great video.

[@d.austin3984]

So helpful thank you. Is the regulator supposed to jiggle when you hit the 10 psi? Mine didn’t and I always thought it was supposed to jiggle.

[@TheCdchance]

Thanks!!! I'm doing veggie soup in pint jars using this canner. I'll add three quarts water and use the extra rack I ordered. Process at 11 pounds for 75 minutes

[@abbeyverigin]

Awesome!! Good luck!

[@lizkeith1356]

can't you water bath can in a pressure canner ? wondered why folks have both...maybe because they started with water bath canning ?

[@harleyreese2476]

Yes, I water bath in my 16 qt presto canner. I use a lid that has a vent in it or tilt the presto canner lid.

[@ellyseverythingelse]

This is a great video Abbey, well done!

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you!

[@ronaldyeater3322]

Hi, been canning with mine over 15 years, also do roasts, boils, broth/stock. Do you have videos cooking in the cooker/canner,? Appreciate it tyvm

[@nabeel1127]

Learning how to can right now and this was such a helpful video!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear that! Happy canning!

[@mlmcneil1275]

fantastic video I'm a rookie at pressure canning have always done water bathing

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear it was helpful! Good luck! It can be a bit intimidating at first but it becomes second nature :)

[@chairk4119]

Greatly appreciated this video and your time.🎉

[@PanelsUpSolar]

Do you pressure can all types of foods? In other words, are you supposed to do certain foods in ONLY a pressure canner and other types of food ONLY in a water bath? Thank you!!!

[@abbeyverigin]

Hello :) low acid foods are pressure canned (vegetables, meat etc) while high acid foods are water bath canned (fruits, jams, pickles). There are instructions for pressure canning some high acid foods but generally you’ll get better results water bath canning them. I personally wouldn’t pressure can something that could be water bath canned for the most part even if there are instructions for it

[@HomesteadWarrior]

Thank you!!!!! @@abbeyverigin

[@citizen6610]

This was really helpful. Thanks dear 😊

[@abbeyverigin]

Great to hear!

[@MissDolittle777]

Thank you for this 🙏🏻. Could you show how to store the can’s? Is there a curtain way? I hear many things like turning the bottles up side down? (If why and how long?) After presure cooking, remove the rings? ( why, how? Isn’t that what secures the jar? It’s a bit of a give away 🙄 but I’m new at this but very interested. So again, thank you so much for this, it was very informative to begin with. 🙏🏻✌🏼

[@robinann19599]

This video was incredibly helpful. I do have one question… I know that if it goes below it, you have to restart the time if it goes above it I am assuming it’s fine?

[@abbeyverigin]

Happy to hear it was helpful! Yes that’s correct. No need to reset the time if pressure goes above, just if it drops below.

[@kiriaioulia]

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much for this information!!!!!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m glad it’s helpful!

[@Woolmouse]

Great to the point video thank you so much!

[@ushagorringe3250]

I'm hoping you are available for some advice. I just started my canner but realized I put the bolt without washer on the wrong side! Any suggestions, since realized after it is come to pressure! Thanks for any help.

[@heathergabe1]

My son gifted me with a Presto 23qt Pressure canner. So tonight when I was running the "test" the gauge filled with moisture and a few drops of water. IS THAT NORMAL FOR THIS CANNER? So I put my canning on hold until I find out. thank you.

[@catdeeann]

Excellent video. Definitely helpful. So thankful o found your channel. Thank you!

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m so happy to hear this DeeAnn!

[@selenapadgett]

This video was SO HELPFUL!

[@abbeyverigin]

So happy to hear that!

[@alexkendall9809]

Wonderfully explained! Ordered mine today :)

[@abbeyverigin]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@gianny2977]

thank you! just canned my bone broth by following along your video + the manual instructions.

[@wildchook745]

My pesto canner is still a virgin.It's scary but will try it this coming harvesting season. I bought it 5 years ago. Great video on the How to...

[@abbeyverigin]

Good luck! It can be intimidating at first but the more you do it the easier it gets

[@STELIOS-sf5hi]

hi, really helpful video. I use a similar pressure canner but I don't have the instructions for the water usage. How much water should I put before starting the procedure?

[@abbeyverigin]

Hello, best to look up the manual online as It could be different for different brands. Usually it is 3 quarts, or see if the fill line is marked on the inside of the pot.

[@christinef.5515]

If a pressure of 7 or 16 is required, when using the weighted pressure do you just go to the lbs closet to the weight?

[@jillmartin7689]

This video is very helpful thank you! I tested my pressure canner but the pressure valve starts to turn around when the pressure is building up around 10 and it doesn’t get any higher since it’s releasing some pressure if that makes sense, I’m dutch sorry. If i put a towel on top and press the valve a little bit down it builds up pressure again. If i remove the towel to press it start twisting around again. I filmed it but I don’t know it i can show that here?

[@montanaoutdoors6217]

I have a canner just like yours. It seems to be venting way to much steam through that knob that pops up when the canner is under pressure. I'm able to use it still but have to really baby sit it to keep it above 12lbs. Is there something I'm over looking to fix that? Or is the part replaceable? Thanks!

[@shanam-ward4222]

Your instructions were great! I was a bit nervous but think I can tackle this now. Is there anything that you wouldn’t recommend canning?

[@abbeyverigin]

I’m happy to hear that! Do you mean flavor wise or safety? The ball canning books are a good place to start for tested recipes. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by meat. It is so tender pressure canned. Carrots do get soft and aren’t as flavorful as fresh but we still do them anyway to have them on hand for quick meals.

[@lorrainejeskey8467]

When would the giggler start moving if you were going to finish your process? Have you ever taken your pressure canners into the extension office to have your gage and canner checked?

[@alicegilbert4186]

Thanks for doing this video. I have a pressure canner and electric stove. I'm very leary of using it. However I would be more comfortable practicing with jars of water first but had not thought of that

[@abbeyverigin]

Sorry for the late reply! Thank you for your kind comment. Best idea is to check your manual to make sure your electric stove can handle the canner

[@brendapadua3946]

Yesterday I pressure canned 6 quarts of pinto beans. At the end, the water in the canner had some of the liquid from the jars in it. They seem to be sealed well. Are they safe to eat? How do I know if they have a false seal? Thanks in advance for your help!

[@kiwigirlNZ]

Press the lid with your finger. If it doesn’t move, you have a good seal.

[@MySuewho]

Is it ok to lift the canner to another burner on the electric stove after the amount of time for canning has elapsed? Unfortunately on an electric stove the burner stays hot forva long time.

[@shirleymiller5056]

Dial gauge, yes i have one but it was not assembled when opened new it did not have a nut to hold in pkace? I stuffed through middle hole, i am worried its missing nut?

[@SherryCookies25]

This video is so helpful! I am considering purchasing the canner provided in your link, except I prefer to use the jiggler. Before I buy this product, I want to be sure they make a jiggler for it. As such, I went on Amazon to find a jiggler for this model #01781 (23 Quart). Unfortunately, when jiggler options come up, they are being listed with 7 digit model numbers instead of the 5 digits. It's very confusing and as a result, I am not able to find the correct jiggler. Would you please be so kind as to also provide a link to the jiggler that would fit the canner provided in your link?

[@mathiasr.1327]

Thanks a lot for the great video! Is 15psi possible with this canner?

[@abbeyverigin]

Yes! Thanks for watching!

[@Will-ki7us]

My regulator is rocking constantly at 12 PSI. I’m only at 300’ elevation. Is my gage off?

[@Kerri-LeeChenard]

Your video was so helpful. Thankyou

[@abbeyverigin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janevandenheuvel6210]

How do you know you have reached the correct pressure if you don't have the dial, just weights?

[@1456Sassy]

I just saw on the Presto website that these will hold 20 pints. I've never gotten more than 18 in it. How many have you put in it and if you got 20, how?

[@abbeyverigin]

I am always shocked when I read that. With wide mouth I think 16 is the most I can fit, I do think you can fit a few more regular mouth pints in but I rarely can in them

[@ladyryan902]

Wow. This was great i feel like buying a canner now😅thx

[@abbeyverigin]

Do it! You won’t regret it :)

[@Amapola454]

How long until the stream of steam happens? Feel like I have been waiting forever

[@timraven9305]

Question - newbie here with the canner....what does it mean if the pumpkin came out in the water after I have finished? Does it mean the product Is no good?

[@abbeyverigin]

To confirm there was liquid loss in the jars, and some food particles were in the water of the canner?

[@robbyers7614]

I pressure can and cook with my wife. I like this beginner video. I subscribed to your channel. Some day you will have at least 500,000 subscribers, I just know it!! ✝️❤️

[@abbeyverigin]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@jojow8416]

All the jars sealed but I started wondering if placing frozen food into the jars was unwise. Can you comment on this? Thank you and if it means tossing the entire 7 quarts, I am prepared to follow those instructions.