Pressure Canning in an Instant Pot

[@JockBlock-vd2ep]

I’ve been canning with my instapot for 3 years and I’m not dead yet.

[@jamierusso9078]

Your title is misleading. I thought you were going to show how to use the Instant Pot not tell me not to use it.

[@missparadise879]

Click bait

[@AmysAttitude]

Thanks for saving me two minutes. 👍🏼

[@glawrence1382]

Yup. Waste of my time late at night when I just want to get to bed. Blocking this channel.

[@JT-2012]

RoseRed Homestead channel scientifically tested the Instant Pot Max canning function and it operated perfectly. She used the same device, inside the canning jar, that Utah State uses to test products and processes. She is also degreed in food science, so I trust her. Yes, you can safely pressure can in the Instant Pot Max (the Max only) and Presto Digital.

[@who6339]

But how do you know its doing that every time you use it ?

[@praynxs9249]

I saw that video as well and I do trust RoseRed . She's very cautious and would never approve something she wasn't sure of. I have an IP max. Haven't used it yet, but plan to soon.

[@rhondawills1123]

I just ordered an Instant Pot MAX because of the testing done by the creators of the Rose Red Homestead KZbin channel. I'm looking forward to learning to home can.

[@JT-2012]

@@rhondawills1123 You will love it. 3 of us Mods on the Alaska Prepper channel got them after he did a review on the Max. We all love, love, love our Max.👍😀 It's so easy to use. Just set it and go off to do other things.

[@starfire8221]

She has a PHD in science not food science. However I totally trust her research. Waiting to receive my iP Max this week.

[@davidsakson4541]

RoseRed Homestead channel and the information she provides is thoroughly, scientifically researched. I trust her opinion.

[@Bob-z1y7d]

I trust my grandmother and 200years of canning knowledge first...."bring your pressure gauge to have it tested" wtf

[@dfuss2756]

This was an extremly good REMINDER for those who are starting out in the canning field. I can't tell you how many in my area that I had to inform them about the right way to can. I will be forwarding this video to all that need it. Thank You!

[@1989peytonsawyer]

What do you use as resources? I'm new and want to do all of it correctly

[@dfuss2756]

@@1989peytonsawyer I use the Ball Blue Book that I had for years. It is a great starting place for water bath canning, pressure canning, freezing and dehydration of food. From that book so many other books will offer a world of wonderful options. But The Ball Blue Book is the bases you want to start with. I hope this helps. I am gearing up for another wonderful season of food processing. And preserved foods not only feed your family, they make wonderful gifts. HAPPY Food preservation!

[@nicksalatino3089]

@@dfuss2756 Talk to some old timers and Amish. They're a better resource than the Ball Blue Book...

[@gretap3917]

But how the grandmothers did it withow the pressure canning Machine thing? ,because I remeber vagely my grandmother boiling the cans and stuff ,but she did not own a pressure canning ,How did she knew ? Sadly she has being gone for to long and I can't ask those questions.But nobody never got sick ,people will come over to do it with her to learn because her stuff never went bad .I wonder ?

[@creinicke1000]

What about the Instapot Max? It has altitude, pressure and time settings. I've seen several folks do canning of meat in the Instapot Max.

[@praynxs9249]

I agree with RedRose. She knows what she's talking about. And I trust her knowledge of science. She follows USDA very closely.

[@rosemarieswensen992]

I agree, so I bought one and love it.

[@loracalhoun3168]

I bought my Instant Pot Max canner to use while I waited for my All American and it's great for little batches.

[@reneeubry2604]

Please up date your video. The manufacturer of Instapot states that the 6 quart has a psi of 11.6 and I never can anything that needs over 10 psi. The newest ones are pressure rated at 15 psi if they say pro on them ans pre the manufacturer (called today 18 July 2022)

[@thatandthese]

Actually, Red Rose did some scientific tests and she will disagree with your assessment. As do I, but your message is a good one. Your kitchen, your rules.

[@marmie53]

She tested the Instant Pot Max. She said absolutely, the Duo was NOT safe to can in. She gave a thumbs up to the Max, as it has all the correct canning features.

[@Sue_Anthony]

There are no records of Red Rose having the qualifications she claims to have, also a kitchen is not a laboratory, therefore she can not scientifically test these machines. All extensions clearly state - as they have tested these cookers in the lab, that none are safe to use for canning no matter what they say in the manual etc.

[@thatandthese]

@@Sue_Anthony The extension offices stopped testing due to lack of funds. Your kitchen your rules my kitchen my rules

[@thatandthese]

@@marmie53 yup

[@kristikey8320]

I was a little worried about the title.. glad you put my fear to rest!

[@heidigib01]

But the new insta pot max specifically has canning feature. I assume it uses the same technology as the new digital pressure canners. I understand your preferences for dial and weighted pressure as it’s tried and true simple and safe. I don’t know if I’d be comfortable using the digital for canning either, but I can’t believe insta pot would promote it if they weren’t fairly certain it was safe.

[@reneeubry2604]

It is even better than the canned that you have to put on the stove and it works very well. I am sure the 2 or more generations before me would have been very happy with this product.

[@proverbs3147]

Rose Red Homestead did the actual research using the correct temperature logger device which tracked the temperature throughout the process.

[@knothead35]

So thankful I read the comments and found yours. Now I'm leaning toward the instant pot max canner instead of the nesco and THEN i see that Presto makes one as well, but it's a lot more &than the instapot. Rose red's videos are AMAZING.

[@proverbs3147]

@@knothead35 Yw. Now I'm hoping Pam will use that logger to do the testing on canning in half-gallon jars.

[@margiemelendy6857]

I also saw her video and I'd also say with her research I now consider it safe. BUT it has to be an Insta pot MAX. A regular insta pot won't work! I have both and I wouldn't consider pressure canning in the regular insta pot!

[@chasemcintosh1091]

Red rose added a correction that the presto has NOT been approved by USDA

[@marystockton7323]

@@chasemcintosh1091 because the USDA doesn’t test or approve canners. The Presto Precise meets their guidelines and that’s all Presto wrote.

[@healthconscience4931]

You are right you don't pressure can in a pressure cooker that's why the Instant pot Max has a pressure canner function and the others do not. RoseRed Homestead did her research and good explanation on the digital canner and specified not to get pressure canning and pressure cooking mixed up.

[@anthonyconpeggie5220]

you are incorrect about on stovetop canning It’s been done for years and years in pots with boiling water I use all 3 methods for years and even tried the oven method one time and it worked fine

[@janiceseigler6317]

Not so fast on "not knowing what temperature your jars are coming to." Watch the Red Rose Homesteads video "Pressure Canning in the Instant Pot Max." She is a College Professor and her video will shock you on how she tests the Instant Pot Max.

[@suemagyari2992]

I added the link above: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWeVf5eOhLCFhck

[@kathrynanderson9266]

I watched Red Rose Homestead and she is great but she has the data log which records the temp every minute.And she is so knowledgeable. She also said she was not trying to convince others to use the instant pot for canning because they may not have the same conditions as she. She quibbled about the price of the data log but didn't tell us how much it cost. She also was able to talk to the scientists At the LDS about their tests on the instant pot. I love my Presto Digital canner and I trust Presto that they tested the canner fully just like the manual canners I have used for years. I do not plan to take any risks with my family.

[@janiceseigler6317]

@@kathrynanderson9266, I love my Presto Electric pressure canner, too, and my Instant Pot Max. I looked up the price of the probe and it was not cheap. It worked like a charm at her high elevation. My elevation is much lower than hers thus I have no problem with any of the data she collected. I fully trust her findings and my canners!

[@alanschaller5869]

PV=nRT... Boyles Ideal Gas Law... V, n, R are all constant in this case... therefore the relationship between P and T is linear... Elevation will make a difference this will be the most important unknown and must be taken into account to be safe...

[@suemagyari2992]

@@alanschaller5869 If you watched Rose Red Homestead's video, she will say repeatedly that all her calculations are at her altitude which is 5000 feet.

[@BADD1ONE]

I sealed sauerkraut 5 years ago in an instant pot. 7 minutes 2 jars at a time. No issues. The kraut is still good.

[@ddavis78704]

Sauerkraut is quite acidic around 3.5 and does not need to be pressure canned just water bathed.

[@Linda-bg3kr]

Read your IP manual. My 8 quart Duo can pressure can-the temps and pressures are listed in the manual.

[@judygreenwood4696]

I am hard of hearing and need dialog to understand some speech. This KZbin does not allow me the option.

[@markellyfarm]

It's safe. Mine cooks at 15 psi and i can set the time to cook.

[@shadowgrovefarms5953]

In the manual for my instant pot it says this as well. It says that it isn't a steady pressure and is not safe for pressure canning.

[@jomarq2258]

It is only the instapot Max that can be used for canning.

[@chicagojones5133]

Shadow -bless your heart ,I was going out tomorrow to find .one.The max...... I already have another I'm going to look for another brand...🍷👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🤗

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

Our electric pressure canner has a canning button and a weighted gauge. What's the thought on that kind of machine?

[@glennmadsen9259]

Thank you for this video! That is exactly what I was thinking of no way of not really knowing.

[@Jeff_PNW]

Good stuff Carolyn. 👍 Honestly, I never would've even thought to use an Instant Pot for anything but cooking.

[@andrewmattiewalter]

But the instant pot max is different from a regular instant pot

[@collunellis5563]

Uh, change your video title. It implies you CAN pressure can with an Insta Pot… waste of 3:15 🤷‍♂️

[@agoogleuser3787]

Adjust your reading comprehension. In no way does it imply this. It is a subject heading title.

[@jujubee7351]

I’m new at this , I wanted to learn old school way using just a water bath pan. How do you tell if it was done correctly on a normal water bath pan?

[@kim.4100]

Not misleading. Practicing SAFE food preservation.

[@MaryPetersonCook]

So what do you suggest for those living tiny that can’t have such a huge device?

[@EyeKnowRaff]

🤷‍♂️ Per my steam table we only need 10 psig (25 PSIA) to reach 240°F. I'm confident in the 10.2 psig advertised minimum pressure on the high setting.

[@mckamyecarruth3615]

Thank you thank you thank you, ive been trying to figure this out with mine and well it hasn't gone so good lol.

[@HomesteadingFamily]

Glad I could help

[@justfantastic444]

Thanks I appreciate the tip … I’m a newbie over here

[@ILostMyOreos]

Super helpful video, thank you! I'm new to canning so I want to make sure I'm doing everything safely.

[@loripiontek]

Exactly why I'm so worried about what I do. It's by first time too.

[@jesssmith8274]

I use it for pressure canning. I haven’t gotten sick so.

[@KJPartyof6]

What about using it as a water bath canner? I can't can on my glass top stove but was told using this for water bath canning will work ..

[@karenlesure1431]

Does the extension service charge you a fee to check you pressure dial

[@victorialg1270]

I'm higher altitude. I have to have a dial gauge to know I'm doing it safe. Good message.

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

The IP Max does let you set up for 5000 feet. That is the altitude where RoseRed Homestead lives at and she tested it with a special thermometer inside one of the jars. Comparing the Presto Digital and Instant Pot Max for Pressure Canning She also did Testing the Nesco Smart Canner.

[@michellequintana3805]

Presto has an electric pressure canner with the USDA approval. Something worth exploring

[@BrendaBodwin]

The InstaPot has approval too.

[@HalleluYahfarm]

Anyone know if the Emeril lagasse pressure air fryer has the USDA approval or not bc it has a canner setting with very specific rules for use

[@kata2180]

Hi sorry this may be a stupid question but how come you have to can things at a higher temperature in order to not get botulism, but when I make let's say soup/broth/whatever and just boil the meat in water (so I don't get the temperature as high) it's safe to eat?

[@suekelsey1329]

Thank you! Safe food storage is very important. That is why I have subscribed to your site. Information is vital for good health.

[@harphack]

I live close to sea level....wouldn't Instant Pot's pressure be adequate at that altitude?

[@rtrtazeroone]

wana inrcreae pressire ? Load water way beside he max and given the air vlomume yo can riasch might higher than 12 ... but does it hold ?

[@mlf316]

My mom always did it like you talk about with the pan My question is can you just cook the food putting in a jar and put in a pressure cooker or is there a special way you cook your vegetables or whatever your canning and then pressure cooking

[@ecclesiastesThreeVerseSeven]

So whats the list of things you can use?.

[@arcticviking7102]

What do you think about the reusable lids?

[@Luna.3.3.3]

My ex's family were did a fair amount of canning, but not much variety - tomatoes, pickles, jam, beets. I didn't grow up canning anything, so, with their instruction, I did tomatoes, pickles. (They told me these items didn't have to be hot water bathed) & they turned out okay. Honestly, I was/am terrified I'm going to poison someone. Thank you for putting up this information, so I will not use my instant pot. One day, maybe I'll get more equipment and be brave enough to can more things.

[@danielleterry2331]

I am old school and will only use my pressure canner I don’t trust the new stuff, plus if power goes out I can still use my pressure canner to can up my meats b4 they spoil

[@claudettejones1083]

I have a question I am now 75 my grandmother canned most of my life never owned any of these items and we were find what has changed that we now need these things to can please explain

[@DeedsReadz]

Does anybody know if I can use my All American pressure canner to water bath can as well, or do I need a separate one for water bathing?

[@aprilblomgren5047]

You can water bath in any pan that is tall enough to cover your jars with a couple inches of water. If you have a canner that is tall enough, you can use it.

[@HomesteadingFamily]

Yes you can water bath in a pressure canner. Just leave the lid unlocked.

[@DeedsReadz]

@@HomesteadingFamily Thank you!

[@Cordelia0704p]

Thank you for reminding people of this. I've seen a number of videos pop up lately that scare me.

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

ONLY the IP Max is safe for canning. Not the other ones.

[@shawwtypimp]

So how's the digital readout know? There must be a gauge inside.....

[@andreamueller1139]

Carolyn, what brand of pressure cooker do you have? I would want one like yours so I could see it in use. Thank you!!

[@rosemarieswensen992]

I bought one, instant pot canner.. I love it..

[@billybryant-johnson9448]

I wonder if thiers something in the rice or beans putting it in the freezer to kill it where do it go after the freezer part

[@tittiger]

I wrote IP and their pressure sounded good for my area. Just to be safe I put "IP" on the top of the jars to remind me to boil the contents for 10 minutes to be extra safe. It's nice to just can 1-3 qts in my IP when the need arises.

[@rlwalker2]

Good info. I know there is wireless temperature readings. Now I'm curious if there might be wireless pressure readings. More research.

[@arepurposedlifewithlaura1496]

Go watch Red Rose Homestead. She's a biology professor and has done a video with a wireless digital thermometer in a electric pressure cooker with minute-by-minute pressure readings proving that the Presto electric canner and the instant pot max are safe for pressure canning.

[@kirsten8693]

Still don't trust. Weighted gauge on regular pressure canner isn't hard.

[@jeaniepartridge6701]

Thanks for answering that question.

[@k.b.392]

Do you store canned food without the rings screwed on??

[@BlueRice]

thanks for the crucial advice and tips. this info might have save a lot of people lives. i'm watching how to canned/bottle soup as i dont live with my mom. i want to visit her and ask her to canned me some soup back home. i missed home cook food.

[@cindywagner4623]

Manual states 11# on instant pot. At sea level where I live that’s perfect. Very small batches, 3 jars max.

[@madhousenetwork]

Thanks for the confirmation. Sad thing is I need to buy one pressure canner :(

[@lidiasoler8585]

You can steam can in an instant pot just like a water bath . Many more things can be waterbathed look for Amish recipes. The Amish don’t pressure can . :)

[@cherylbutler4960]

Or the rest of the world.

[@marjoriepetersen4102]

Where do you go to find out how much you are above sea-level and what to set the pressure and heat?

[@micromechmolly]

Google, what is the altitude in ( your city and state).

[@jfarinacci0329]

This is a really good and important video. Thank you.

[@HomesteadingFamily]

Glad it was helpful!

[@olusialovesgod9724]

Hello, what’s the best pressure water bath canner with temperature gage for a glass/ceramic cook top? I’m a beginner and want to start off right . Thanks in advance

[@ql2ku]

Also if you boil food for 10 mins before eating, it will kill botulism even if the can is contaminated. So, another good rule when canning yourself is to thoroughly cook food before tasting or eating. Then even if you have an issue when canning you will not get sick. Never eat anything that didt seal properly or spoils or molds, but sometimes you cant see the contamination...so always cook before eating.

[@HubsByG]

I'm so glad this video is what it is. I've just spent £200/$270 importing a Presto Canner to the UK which arrived just a few days ago. That is a lot f money I don't really have but thought of it as an essential bit of equipment. I would have been upset if it turned out to be safe to use an InstantPot. Can get them for a third of the price I just spent.

[@elariel01]

The ONLY instant pot that's suitable for pressure canning with is the Instant Pot Max and it has a very limited capacity. I'm in the UK too and saving up to get a Presto Induction.

[@JeannetteShoreland]

I have a Presto Precise electric canner. You will find yours a safe and versatile canner that has a maximum pressure canning capacity of 14 half-pints, 7 pints, or 4 quarts. In addition, the Presto Precise will water bath can 7 half pints or 7 pints. I only use wide-mouth canning jars. The ease of use makes canning a delight, and I wish you the joy of yours.

[@stewartdahamman]

It has been 3yrs - how has the Presto Canner worked out for you? Interested in starting here in the UK to bulk buy and preserve food, maybe even eliminate the fridge/freezer !

[@HubsByG]

@@stewartdahamman Yes it's good. Still have food I canned just after I bought it. I think I am over cautious having had a few jars that fail. When sealed, I lay them down on the draining board for about half hour and again upside down. But I have 2 wardrobes full of food. I am also extra vigilant when opening just in case because I use normal Jam Jars and they don't always have the "popper" on the lid.

[@stewartdahamman]

@@HubsByG Thank you so much for replying, I really appreciate it! I intend to use ordinary jam jars too, glad to hear it's working out for you. What do you usually can - meat or veg? I assume you have consumed most of the items you have canned over the time now, how is the texture and does the taste change ? Really appreciate you taking the time to reply, thanks again!

[@who6339]

Old school gauge and weight are working together to tell you we match so its all good .with electronics you have to rely on calibrations which you cannot check .

[@jadcock58]

Why is there such fear in digital? When you go to the doctor and they digitally check your blood pressure do you trust it? Or if a digital machine puts medication in your arm when you're in hospital do you trust it? Or your car tells you how fast you're going. I mean this is 2022 people. What you fail to understand is not everybody can afford all American or can use presto stove top canner. Oh and people say well your electricity goes out you're not going to be able to can. You're not going to be able to can on your stovetop if your electricity goes out unless you have gas. Your logic makes no sense.

[@evangelistriakoti9383]

Where can I find this pressure cooker?

[@HomesteadingFamily]

We like this pressure canner: homesteadingfamily.com/bp-all-american-pressure-canner

[@KimBaskin91]

Can I use my Ninja Foodi 8 in 1 to pressure can food?

[@TheSnakeskill0012]

What stuff would you not pressure can? Are there just general things I should avoid?

[@ladyofthemasque]

I have indeed been wondering, and your explanation is clear, concise, and logical. Thank you for covering this topic!

[@kirsten8693]

I know RoseRed advocates for using the Max but I only trust a manual weighted pressure canner. Regular pressure canning isn't hard. It's like people who complain about "lye soap" being harsh. When you understand the how's and why's, there's no fear. No canning with digital for me.

[@blueridgeocean]

I guess that's a common question, though wouldn't a company market "canning" as a function of their pressure cooker, such as the instant pot to make more sales if it was safe? they would find anything and everything to put on a box, unless their legal department stepped in.

[@lilliangonzales8893]

I only have an instapot, can I can pickled items? I just need to use up an abundance of zucchini, and pickled zucchini are the best way to eat them imo

[@HomesteadingFamily]

Here is a recipe we have for zucchini pickles: homesteadingfamily.com/zucchini-pickles/

[@daynastithem3576]

Thanks that answered my question

[@junem5227]

What kind of stove is best for canning? Is a glass top ok. If it is all we have, what is another alternative.

[@maggiedoor6093]

You could use an outside propane stove too.

[@robertcline7786]

Wow. Great information. Freezing my batch of refried beans it is. Thank you.

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

Fantastic!!! This is great I am going to make this for my family! I think they will all like it. Your clear presentation makes it look so easy. I also make KZbin videos and I feel so lucky to be able to learn from other talented creators like you! I look forward to watching your future videos!

[@kindram.9445]

WELL, ARE YOU ONE OF THE PEOPLE WHO DOES THEIR BEST TO DISCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM PREPARING FOR THE WORST THAT THEY GOING TO DO TO US THIS WINTER? I do not totally trust those people who are putting poop in our food these days, and trying to do us in. I have a small and medium Instant Potatoes. They Pot. I have a Canning Button. I have been using them for over 5 years. I have canned Tomatoes, Potatoes, Green Beans, Salsa, Stews, Butter, and family recipes. Not one has gone bad on me yet. I think I will stick to my instincts instead of their know it all instincts. Stop scaring people.

[@davidgibbs1467]

Thanks a lot for the information

[@deeespersen1070]

Is the Carey canner an exception to this?

[@AdventuresontheHomestead]

Very helpful tip. Really glad we watched this.

[@jenna0319]

County extension office?

[@dmoon3042]

Makes sense.😊

[@staciyoung6469]

Sorry helpful I'm clueless Thank you for this info

[@robinhazeslip1800]

So informative! Thnk u!

[@selinaburke7645]

I bought the Presto Precise. It is digital USDA approved for low acid canning. I love mine. Check them out.

[@str8jenn.nochaser]

Thank you!

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

@@str8jenn.nochaser Just that you know, USDA has NOT approved any electrical equipment for canning. It is bad advertisement.

[@str8jenn.nochaser]

@@lifeisgood-victoria796 ummmmm ok.

[@thomaswoodall3215]

Thank you so much I was going to use my instapot to can thinking it was safe. I appreciate you thank you

[@tierzahammond8921]

But is it possible to use it for water bath canning if you are simply using it as a large pot? Not with the instant pot lid but just a regular lid?

[@knothead35]

Electric Pressure cooker is different than electric pressure CANNER. The nesco is made for canning. There are many videos about them here on youtube. I'm buying the nesco canner because i don't want to stare at my manual pressure cooker for hours. With either a manual or electric pressure canner, you're trusting that the manufacturer got every single thing right. Even with that weighted gauge, do you really know it's exactly 10lbs of pressure? How many people actually get that dial reader checked every single year? Very few, i imagine. The nesco canner has been out for at least 4 years. Pretty sure the fda or usda would be screaming about people getting sick from these canned foods IF that were happening. The government loves nothing more than to tell people to not be self sufficient and to rely on grocery store cans. So, i personally feel the electric canners specifically made for canning(not just cooking) are safe, otherwise we would hear about it and the canner would be recalled or the company would go out of business due to litigation

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

Check these videos out from RoseRed Homestead. Super interesting information, even if we have been canning for a long time. Comparing the Presto Digital and Instant Pot Max for Pressure Canning She also did Testing the Nesco Smart Canner.

[@susanhall2347]

Thank you for this information; I needed it.

[@gret1234]

Very helpful!! Thank you

[@seanagarvey5173]

Fabulous video. Thank you for sharing.

[@Kitchguy]

My grandmother canned tomatoes in mason jars boiling them in a big pot for a long time. In all her years no one got sick.

[@dlynnmorse]

I love my instapot

[@brightstarr57]

Great advice!

[@sonyareeder7855]

I don't think Carolyn has the IP Max....hers looks like the regular IP, one not the one with the canning feature...which is what you need. I just purchased one on sale, after Pam at Rosered said there was a sale on Amazon. Can't wait to try it.

[@healthconscience4931]

You are right, Sonya, she has the exact same one I have in her video. The Duo. I since bought the Ipot max after RoseRed Homestead because it has the canning feature not just pressure cooking. I like that she used a sort of metal device right in the jar with the food that recorded the temperature all through the process. Pretty cool.

[@hellodahling1744]

Yea!!!! I found it 🤯🤯🤯. Thank you for making this happen.

[@genlee26]

So...no.

[@victoriastevens3166]

!!!