Canning FAQ: Re-Using Canning Lids Do's & Don't's

[@IMOO1896]

Your trick with the regular can opener, is that you moved it around slowly, most of us hook it on and bend up once, with force. I’ll try to be more careful in the future, even tho I haven’t gotten to the point where I needed to consider reusing a lid for pressure canning. I always mark my lids and reuse for storing and dehydrating. Good demonstration of need to use care no matter which device we’re using.

[@Jomama02]

I personally just don't reuse lids at all except for vacuume sealing. I remember how the gasket USE to be on them, very thick and I might have reused them but NOT todays lids. I have all 3 methods of openers and prefer my pry a lid above all. Even if I get in a hurry the pry a lid has never damaged a lid.

[@madisonciowa3920]

Great video!! When the country ran out of lids ( I had 8 boxes of new lids) I decided to do an experiment on reusing lids on pressure canned beans. It worked fine. So when I ate those I used the same lids again to pressure can beans. It worked. I. On my 4th time now on reusing the same lids. Out of 20 lids I've been doing this with, I've kept 2 jars back from the first experiment to see if the seal would last. It's been almost 2 years and they are still sealed. My second experiment was reusing food jars from the store with their own pop top lids for waterbath canning. All of those have worked and seal just fine too. I was surprised! Some are on the 3rd time around. I decided I needed to know incase it really got bad. I figured if it's a matter of canning up my garden or letting it go to waste because I'm out of lids, I'm going to reuse them. Not one has failed so far. I have not tried pressure canning in store food jars with the pop top lids yet. But I will 😁. I've also put narrow store food jars with pop top lids in a wide mouth Mason jar and vacuumed sealed those just fine. That way I'm not wasting my canning jars on dry goods. Your canister looks like it might work better for that. I think I need to get one. Thank you for a great video .

[@omokaroojiire]

@Madison C. Iows Your comment is very helpful. I think I will try it out just to be ready if push comes to shove!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@AndreaRuralMN]

I'm seeing lids in the stores again after 2 years. I reused them for soups since I eat a jar daily. Now I'm only saving lids that button stays up, not down and needs to be pushed up. I'm hopeful that I won't need to reuse in the future!

[@kp8174]

I bought the Pry-a-lid about 2 years ago and the price was less than half the cost they are now. I was surprised at the current cost. The great thing about this tool is that it helps open those hard to open jars from the grocery store. I bought a Pry-a-lid opener for my 80 year old Dad and he can easily open all lids.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Great point!

[@charmainemrtnz]

That is what I do too. Reuse on dry goods. Also have notice that the sealant is thinner than it used to be. I am finding that I have about a 25% unsealing a month or two down the road with the dry sealed stuff.

[@lanabisson2675]

I need to get a prying gadget. I did find a great buy at a local church thrift shop. Set of three vacuum cannisters like new for less than a buck. at first I thought it was just storage cannisters with the burp top. Then I realised after I got home what they really were. They were on my wish list. God is good. what a blessing of a find.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

I was blessed the same way. Was given a nice assortment of Tilia / FoodSaver canisters for helping with an estate. The largest canister will vac seal a 1/2 gal mason jar.

[@coloradopackratprepper]

ive got several of those 1960s pry a lids.before they got ridiculously expensive and they work great!!!!!!!! On rings too. I paid 10.00 for mine on ebay over a yr ago!!! Cant believe someone doesnt remake them again!!!!!

[@beth4059]

I saw a great tip from another you tuber. Place a dime between the regular can opener and the lid to prevent it from denting.

[@anetzband1383]

In the height of the inability to get lids I thought I'd do an experiment and reuse two of them. I keep a stock of used ones because I use them to cover jars where I store other things (no sealer thingie). For my experiment I used broth that I knew I could eat very soon. They sealed. I used that broth, I think within two weeks. Then my daughter went to a garage sale where she got a bunch of never used canning lids brand new in the boxes so I have never again tried to reuse lids. I think it's best to follow the recommended guidelines on this and just use them once. However, in a great emergency....

[@gymgirllja]

I reuse lids for dry storage and vacuum sealing. I have found that the trick to not crimping the lid edge with the can opener is to not PRY the lid back in the first place. I use the same turning of the jar shown in this video; however, I PULL the lid STRAIGHT UP up in several places until the suction breaks. No edge crimping! I keep a stash of used lids that are categorized for possible reuse. I carefully check the gasket condition on each one. If I find an old one that I inadvertently crimped (early days), I simply roll that section of the lid (hard) back and forth along my hard countertop. The soft metal rounds itself back into place. If I do reuse a lid for pressure canning (rare), I keep like with like. A carrot lid on more carrots, applesauce on more applesauce, etc. I generally don't reuse a lid from meats, and I will NEVER reuse a lid from canned chicken. Nor would I reuse a lid from canned fish. Rejected lids become craft projects, so there's never any waste! I have never had a metal lid (new or used) fail in storage. I've been canning since 2015. P.S. A shoutout for the tip on using alcohol to remove the Sharpie Marker writing! I've been using acetone nail polish remover, but I have far more alcohol! Hugs!

[@linkylou13]

I've been tempted with this shortage to reuse lids that appear to have the goo in the rim still in good condition but I'm just wary enough to not want it to fail and lose the jar of food I worked so hard for. Not worth it. I do use those lids for dry food storage like you do. Interesting how the disease has affected so many areas of our lives.

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

I am surprised that some company doesn't start manufacturing a new version of the pry a lid.

[@janew5351]

That would be amazing!!!

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

@@janew5351 I think we should write to those companies and strongly suggest they do that. I think EKCO is one of those.

[@carolinehatley9393]

I am so glad you made this video. I just order the vintage tool. So far I have not reused my lids but I plan on marking them and saving them. You never know what the future holds.

[@carole6779]

This was terrific! Loved the comparisons. I have a stash of "just in case" lids. It is possible that some of them have never actually been used, as I was not very organized when I first started canning. I hate to throw them away because they are in good condition. I figure there must be some sort of project I'll be able to use them for "someday", lol. But I agree that it doesn't make sense to put the time and money (and time is also money) into canning good food, then lose your product because you skimped on the lids. Thanks for posting! 😊💖

[@bartlettpairs]

I do reuse lids but not for canning, only for vacuum dealing dry goods. Just a quick question... what or how did you vacuum using the big container; I've never seen anything like that before? Thanks for all your informative videos.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

It is not being sold anymore

[@frugalprepper]

Use the tattler lid opening tool to open all my jars so I don't damage them. I use some tattlers, but regular lids I reuse all the time, but I always use new one when doing meat or other more expensive items. I also use lid from Dollar Tree, and they have worked out great. None of the buckling stuff like the Pur or Mainstays one. I have just finished my first case of 240 of the dollar tree lids and I don't think I have had a single failure with them.

[@lindap9079]

Be careful using the hook on a regular can opener. I have chipped my jar by getting the hook over the treads instead of just on the lid. I grew up with the warning not to reuse canning lids. It never occurred to me to challenge that admonition. That is until the lid shortages of 2020. After watching several KZbinrs who reuse lids, I gained the confidence to try it for myself. I buy all my mason jars second-hand. They often come with lids. I think some of the jars I buy were used for crafts and the lids have never been canned. Others are bent or stained. There is also a great range of condition between those extremes. This past season I used 2nd hand lids exclusively. I did have a couple of failed seals. I did find some jars on the shelf that had lost their seal & had to be discarded. I just checked my production journal, 2% of my reused lids failed. Canning lids in my area are $3-4/dz. when I can find them. Yes, some of my time and food was wasted but in the big picture I think the value of the lost food is less than the money I saved by reusing lids. I inspect the lids very careful, looking for compressed gaskets, staining, misshaped or corroded lids. Thos all go in the garbage.

[@omokaroojiire]

The data you collected, (20% fail rate) is golden.

[@patriciagraham4786]

Thanks for sharing your experiment. I learn so much through watching you do experiments.

[@janew5351]

Me too!

[@schandler4958]

There are several new companies like Forjars, Denali and Pur that can be used if you cannot find Ball lids.

[@danniemcdonald7675]

I save all of my used lids and use them to vacuum seal. About 2 years ago I saw Sara on Living Homestead use a Pry-A-Lid and I ordered one from Amazon for around $25. Last year I decided to buy a duplicate "just in case " as a Christmas present to myself. It was $40!!! But, I got it because I know that they will either run out or continue to increase in price. So into the prepper pantry it went.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Yes, someone is really price gouging

[@sandysimpson9]

I am with you, use only once for canning and then for other things that don’t need the seal. Vacuum sealing ok. But thanks for showing the Jarkey, I have not seen that and have been looking for something other that the more expensive one.

[@ALPHAJACK78]

Excellent video and all those are great tools to use, I just use a spoon and go towards the smallest gap on the thread of the jar closest to the lid and gently pry it open and it does so without damaging the lid. By the way I never reuse my lids, only for dry canning and vacuum sealing and storage. Like you said we put so much time money and effort into pressure canning expensive food for long-term use and survival it just doesn’t pay to take a chance with an old lid in my opinion. I personally stocked up on lids a few years ago before the bug hit so I guess I’m good for a while. Thank you for this video

[@joeyhardin1288]

Great info! I reuse them for vacuum sealing. Also water bath for short term goods, such as pickles, that will not last more than 2-3 months. God Bless and stay safe.

[@rcgkreations]

Great tips, I reuse my lids for PC & no fails. I reuse slightly bent lids for storing dry products and vacuum packing

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Hadn't thought about putting purchase dates on lids. That's a great idea. Your video timing is perfect. Our Walmart has restocked and had quite a few flats of both sizes of lids, yesterday, along with a bonanza of jars. I bought a flat of 24 boxes of each. I'll label those with 2/2/22. That will at least help establish a before and after time period date. THANK YOU!

[@omokaroojiire]

I bought some reusable lids, specifically for reusing with canning. I've been using food saver bags to store my dehydrated stuff, but the bags gets a little pricey!!! I am newer to canning and haven't had to reuse any lids yet, but when the time comes I will reuse for both.

[@cherylross5322]

The safest way is always the best way. What you're doing with your used lids is the best, I'd say.

[@decoy8645]

Just found Praxis’s channel and bing watched his alien invasion scenario. Loved your cameo, great job! Hope your in the next season.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Love the series

[@starfarms664]

I do not reuse the single use lids for canning. Last year I started buying re-usable lids. Most of the shortage seems to be the manufacturer. Ball/Kerr sold again. No shortage of new jars w/lids. They are not the same quality that they used to be

[@JDHood]

Seems the key tip is to not damage/dent/bend the rim when opening and to treat it like glass. I've also seen some canners experimenting with reusing metal lids with a tattler rubber gasket for water-bath and pressure canning. I'm waiting to see some sort of consensus on that idea.

[@MichaelR58]

Good informational video , thanks for sharing ,God bless !

[@jerriscollins-ruth9019]

Thanks for the demo.

[@robpearce5655]

I am new to canning this year. I have heard both ways that you can & that you can not reuse your canning lids. I have reused a few of mine and have not had an issue. That was when I did not have that many lids .But after watching more videos on canning, & buying more lids ,I have decided not to push my luck and only use them the 1 time. Thank you for sharing the video, they are very informative.

[@marinaaldridge4298]

Great information 👍

[@cbass2755]

I use a Nickel and the can opener doesn’t hurt the gasket. You put the Nickel on the lid, the opener against the Nickel and gently pull up. It works! I don’t reuse lids for pressure canning either and only for dehydrated foods.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

That's a great idea. I use a church key type beer bottle opener. Have to use the gentle, multiple attempts approach. I'll sure give a nickle a try. Thanks.

[@cbass2755]

@@oldtimerlee8820 You are welcome! I saw a guy on here that showed how he opened his canned goods. He went slow and showed you how. That’s how I do it now all the time.

[@PreparednessVeteran]

Excellent stuff, many thanks.

[@Stephenrsm7600]

Excellent video on how and what to use to open your canning lids!!!! Thank you

[@homesteadbythehighway8548]

I love my pry a lid. I searched estate sales and antique stores for a full year without luck. My husband bought one from eBay when they ran a sale for an extra 25% off

[@vernabryant2894]

Good information.

[@aquadrops6138]

There is also another vintage tool called an easy lift. Picked mine up at a thrift store for 3.00 or 5.00 . It has been a while.

[@debiscooking9770]

I love my Pry-a-lid!! It’s a tool every canner should own!! 👩‍🍳

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Yes, I re-use lids for dry food storage. I don't want to risk losing a pint of meat that cost me $5-$6 to save $.25. (Regular lid price at Walmart yesterday $2.97/doz.) Even worse to lose a quart! As long as I can get lids, I don't take the risk for expensive foods. If the need arises in the future, I will re-use lids for relatively inexpensive things like extra broth and similar items that can't be preserved in another way. If there's no other choice, I'll do what I have to do. That said, I save all my undamaged lids. Also save jars with what I call pop top lids, like those on jelly jars. (Those can be re-sealed using a FoodSaver canister, too. ) I dehydrate a lot of foods and store dried foods, such as beans, rice, pasta, cornmeal, grits, etc. in glass jars. Most I vacuum seal and undamaged lids work fine. If a lid fails, just grab another one to vac seal grits. I keep rings on vac sealed jars. If the seal fails, the food inside doesn't spoil and does a jar of sweet peas. The only thing happens is the long term shelf life may be shortened. I also save the lids for another purpose. For dry jarred foods that I don't vac seal, I put a used lid inside the wide plastic storage lids sold to fit mason jars. The white ones don't have a gasket. (Expensive black ones, do.) When I put a canning lid inside the plastic lid, that gives it the equivalent of a gasket. Often, the metal lid will remain inside the plastic lid, when they are removed from the jar. Good to know about the other lid remover options. Sometimes using a butter knife or spoon works, but I seem to be losing some of the grip it takes for that. I've switched to using a church key type beer bottle opener. It has a rounded edge where it applies top pressure to the lid. Doesn't seem to bend them as badly as some other types of bottle openers. I'll also be checking on the one from Bed, Bath... FWIW...... It's easy to keep used lids, separate, in a drawer that I have labeled FoodSaver. Put them in a little basket beside the jar sealer attachments. BTW, Iso Alcohol 70% quickly removes permanent marker labels from those lids. Next use, clean lid ready for labeling. Tip: If you have a FoodSaver, search Ebay for Tilia FoodSaver canisters to seal jars. If memory serves Tilia is the parent company of FoodSaver. The largest smoke color Tilia canister will seal a 1/2 gallon mason jar. To make it easier on the vacuum pump, use the smallest canister that will hold the jar because there's less air to remove from the canister. I was fortunate, a few years ago, to acquire a good collection of various sizes and styles of these canisters from an estate. From the smallest to the largest, all have proved to be useful in my pantry. Including re-sealing mason jars lids. I still keep an eye out for them at yard sales & flea markets. Thank you for sharing and teaching. Looking forward to more in this series, as I know there's still much for me to learn in mastering the art of food storage.

[@melissamoves8355]

While I like to repurpose things and planned on trying to reuse my lids because of other KZbinrs videos your comment has convinced me that I won't I hate the idea of possibly losing the price of what ever I canned

[@oldtimerlee8820]

@@melissamoves8355 Thank you for letting me know I could be of help. Appreciated.

[@lolam.9291]

I reuse my lids and they work just fine, and I use the mason jar opener so that I do not compromise them.

[@bsjourney8545]

I’m like you - I save my used lids for dehydrated jars or for putting a jar in the fridge.

[@danniemcdonald7675]

I have that same Food Saver cannister set and use it the same way. I wanted an extra set, but after pricing them on ebay,( Food Saver no longer makes them),no way. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@cbass2755]

That container is nifty!! Where did you get that? I love it!!

[@PrepperPotpourri]

It is no longer available

[@readyok-]

Great video, I value your expertise & like watching you try things, as I am new to canning. Thank you!

[@caribbeanhouse6372]

Good morning, yes I love my "Pry A Lid" ...I have 2 and I have double use them for water bath and dry canning. Only after I really inspect them.

[@marciahohn4521]

I save my undamaged previously used lids. If times got crazy and nothing new was available, I would use them. Ordinarily though, like you, I just use them for storing non canned things in jars.

[@deborahjennings4119]

Beside for vacuum sealing I only reuse a lid if it's a new recipe I'm trying and want to test before making more. That saves me a lid.

[@marilynb.4482]

I use the slots of a spatula to lift my lids. Holding the slotted spatula horizontally, put the edge of the lid in the slot and pry the lid off. No pry marks, dents or misshapen edges. Dollar Tree spatulas work fine.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

I'm going to try that! Thanks!

[@marilynb.4482]

@@oldtimerlee8820 You are welcome!

[@KeepMeLord05]

Until the day comes that I must reuse my lids I'll continue to buy new ones for canning but for dry vacuum sealing it seems not to matter.. ty for info

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

I never thought to put the jar into the foodsaver container. I will try that next time. I have the jar sealers too but, I like that menthod. I need a can opener as I use a butter knife. :/ Great video. I reuse lids on some freeze dried items, like veggies I will be using, or dehydrated foods. Thanks for the video!

[@debibufkin]

I use a spoon on the side to pry lids off, but it isn’t all that easy. As far as reusing lids for pressure & water bath canning, I’ve been experimenting with using Harvest Guard gaskets and used canning lids to pressure/WB water. So far, so good. I don’t know if I would put food in jars with recycled lids, but desperate times may could push me into it.

[@donnazack]

I reuse the lids for the same thing dehydrated stuff, I personally don't feel safe using it for canning a second time. Also like you said I can't afford the risk of food loss and time spent.

[@karenprice7357]

My eyes opened up when I saw you use the vacuum chamber. Can you please show me how you use it? How tight do you screw the band on to make it seal??

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Put the jar of dry food that will be sealed inside the canister. The ring on the lid should be just tight enough to hold the lid on the jar. There must be room enough for the vacuum pump to pull the air out of the jar. Put the lid on the FoodSaver canister and attach the vacuum sealing hose to the canister and the FoodSaver. Lock the FoodSaver and use the buttons according to your manual. When it finishes pulling the vacuum, remove the hose from the canister. Remove the sealed jar from it. Hope this helps.

[@karenprice7357]

@@oldtimerlee8820 Thanks so much .. I do want to try this.

[@crazydee1955]

Great video.

[@shirleyparker4969]

I've never reused lids. I might just try it 🤔

[@morenamad9182]

I bought the pry a lid a couple of years ago, when I first saw them, and the cost was about $6. Someone has a boatload of that tool, and is making a killing jacking up the price.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Agreed

[@Judten1]

Do you have a video on the container that you reseal jars with? And where to purchase? Thank you!

[@PrepperPotpourri]

It is no longer being sold

[@susie.goodwin1356]

Oxo jar pry works like the pry a lid for about 8 USD I believe on amazon.

[@HuplesCat]

I'd not reuse them now but I would store them for shtf because risk taking versus starvation would then be a thing!

[@leahness3588]

I found pry o lid at the thrifty store. I will always reuse lids on non perishable items. I have reused lids on some jelly I made just test it out. Seems too be working. But I wouldnt reuse them more than once . I inspected them well and made sure they were hot when I put them on the jars to can.

[@kathyarvin8155]

I reuse ♻️ my vegan mayonnaise 🫙 jars . The two peace lid fits these jars 🫙. I only use them for water bath canning. For jams and jelly or pickles etc. Jars are hard to come by. This is how I stretch the jars 🫙 I have on hand.

[@karenp1629]

Wow, the pry a lid openers were $12.95 last year.

[@09echols]

I use them for juices that are going directly into the fridge.

[@villagesteader3552]

In an absolute emergency situation who knows what we will do. I only save undamaged, I unstained lids to use for sealing dry goods. Gentle is the key! ♥️👍🙏🇺🇸🧐

[@judyfrancis4701]

I reuse canning lids for vacuum sealing. However I did reuse lids for water bath canning 6 pints of pickled veggies just as an experiment. They did just fine but would I do it on a regular basis or for pressure canning..absolutely not. I prefer to make sure my jars are sealed properly.

[@carolynbradshaw7969]

My jar key barely grabs the rim of the lid. I usually give up and use a bottle/can opener, which definitely ruins the lid. :(

[@dennisbetker9661]

where did you get the vacuum sealing container that you are using? thanks

[@bernicefritz8693]

Sometimes you can have a slow leak and find out after a day or two that your jar has lost its seal. It would have been interesting to let these sit for a few days to see if they had kept their seals.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Good advice

[@dennisbetker9661]

what brand is the vacuum sealing chamber that you are using?

[@deborahwybou4285]

Unfortunately, the Jarkey wears out. I have two and they are not working so well anymore as the plastic is wearing away.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Good to know. Thanks!

[@deborahwybou4285]

I reuse for dehydrated goods or freezing, never for canning.

[@ernestscribbler2294]

I reuse water canned lids. The rim is not damaged as compared to pressure canning. I do not reuse lids from canning meat. To open them without damage I put butter knife flat on top of the lid and use bottle opener, which I press into the knife. The lid is not damaged at all. Bottle opener is 0.99 cents at Walmart.

[@midtennprepper6200]

I always use a spoon handle to open my lids never had any problem

[@stevenscott3435]

I have one of the pry a lid tools, but i only paid $9 for mine. Where did you get the vaccum canister? I have never seen one before. I have wondered why there wasn't one.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

I bought it a long time ago. It is no longer available.

[@annettegruber4844]

I only reuse lids for vacuum sealing, Also, I don't bother to save lids from canned meat, or any lids that are damaged

[@terrisouthernplainsprepper5927]

Got a pry a lid last year for around $10. Reuse lids for dehydrated goods only. What is the canister you are using to reseal the jars?

[@PrepperPotpourri]

It is no longer sold by Food Saver

[@rbsamar]

❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍

[@highlander723]

good rule of thumb You can reuse the lids if you're using it to store stuff that doesn't have to be sterile and is shelf stable. otherwise use a new lid that sealing compound is a one-shot deal Believe me I know. Yes they can reseal if you're lucky however it's really a crap shoot You don't want to spend hours and hours making preserves and preserved food only to find out half of it didn't seal properly and that food is going to spoil or has spoiled.

[@theresareynoso1162]

What is the brand of the container for vacuum sealing?

[@oldtimerlee8820]

It's a FoodSaver canister. They aren't sold new anymore. You can still find them on line. Older and larger ones, by the same company are branded Tilia. The largest of them will hold a 1/2 gal mason jar. Best to use the smallest canister that will hold the jar being sealed. Saves wear and tear on the vacuum pump. Hope this helps.

[@janwatling3216]

Can I reuse a lid that has been boiled but never used for pressure or water bath canning? I heated up more lids and rings than needed and don't want to waste them.....

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Yes

[@janetlavoie2441]

Reuse only for storage

[@DDiamondRRuby]

What is the big jar called that vacuum sealed the jars?

[@PrepperPotpourri]

I got it a long time ago. It is no longer available.

[@6996katmom]

To be safe I only reuse lids on vacuum sealing.

[@cbass2755]

Mine cost a Nickel! 🤣🤣🤣

[@oldnanz]

I started using a different company. That’s how I reuse mine. Pry a lid will work best. That’s what I use. Wow I only spent $3.00 for mine.

[@juliezaro8104]

I know this is out of the context of your video, but HELP! I prepared ground beef last night to can. It was already cooked but it got too late and I refrigerated it. As soon as I got up, I slowly heated them in the oven. Meanwhile I forgot it was in there and turned oven up to 350. It was in there for a good hour or more. I pulled the jars out and they sealed. Are they safe?

[@PrepperPotpourri]

No they are not.

[@juliezaro8104]

@@PrepperPotpourri can they be saved?

[@vickiwizykoski8638]

do you ever use the screw top to remove the lid

[@PrepperPotpourri]

No

[@carolynmosley]

The secret to not damaging your jar lids when removing them is to GENTLY go around the whole lid and barely lifting each area until you hear a hiss of air. Most people will just pry hard one time and remove lid which destroys the lid. I reuse lids for storing dehydrated foodstuff in jars. I will pressure can with a used metal lid IF there are no indentations AND IF THE LID was originally made in the USA! Modern lids are made overseas and the sealing compound is thin and skimpy. Older lids have thick sealing compounds on them. BEWARE! Original Tattler lids (white only) can be reused over and over and over when pressure canning! Saves money in long run. I will use new metals lids only once for LONG TERM STORAGE and Tattler lids for short term storage(less than 18 months) so I can use them again. WORKS FOR ME! 🙂

[@carolynmoody9460]

I do reuse lids for jam's an jelly..never on my meat's

[@chadstrutzenberg9171]

I just save the lids for dry goods

[@thefirstnoob5577]

In a SHTF event I will reuse them. That will be last resort.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Agreed

[@BrianBetron]

THUMBS DOWN: time to get a mic for better audio without the echo. The other channels with mics that I listened to today sounded great. I’m out in under two minutes.

[@ernestscribbler2294]

Learn some manners, lady.

[@PrepperPotpourri]

Mr. Betron leaves this comment every couple of months yet he still keeps watching videos...

[@Barosunflower]

You can also use a spoon 🥄 or the screw band to open jars, just like you said go slow