Water Bath Canning For Beginners

[@LiamRappaport]

Complete beginner here: thanks for the video! I love the oven tip for keeping the jars hot before filling!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Yes, I have had to adjust things like that. A lot of other people just use their dishwasher to sterilize, but I don’t have one! Boiling your jars is another method, but I can fit so many more jars in the oven than in a pot 😊.

[@stephaniepatschke489]

This video was SO helpful!! I watched it last night and canned my six little jars of jalapeno pepper jelly this morning! I have an idea now, after watching this, of what probably went wrong in 1990, when I tried canning for the first and last time.....until this morning. Thank you!!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

That makes me so happy!! 😀 So glad you got to can your pepper jelly!!

[@BoringFisherman]

New subscriber here, my wife and I are looking to start canning at home. We found this video You are awesome!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Awesome! Good luck on your canning adventure. It really is such a great life skill to have !❤️

[@BetsyL-cq6wx]

I really enjoyed your video. If only I could sample that strawberry jam! That looked awesome. I have that book so when strawberries are available I want to try that recipe. Thank you for making it look easy enough for me to try.

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you! It did turn out really good 😊

[@josiethornton7049]

Very interesting information, thank you. Just thought I would add, here in England we have never water bathed anything. Jam keeps for years.

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you! 😊 That is so interesting. I would imagine that jars are still sterilized? Pickles too? Fantastic!

[@shawnatoler6873]

I have been watching all kinds of videos today on canning and the correct methods. Yours was precise and clean and to the point. I am making Christmas jam tomorrow with strawberries and cranberries for the first time and now I know the technique. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you! I’m so happy that my video was the one that helped the most. That jam sounds amazing! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@llisadorsey7417]

Excellent video! Thank you for the clear instructions

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you! ❤️

[@NebraskaDav]

Suzanne, I come from an era that I watched my grandmother make jellies and jams. Back then they used paraffin wax to seal the jars. I not quite sure how she processed the contents of the jars. That's about all the training that I got for preservation. I learned about canning with water bath and pressure canning on my own by reading and using the Blue Ball Canning book which is the go-to here in the States for canning instructions. My jars are either Ball-Mason or Kerr. They seem to be the most tested and durable. During the Covid years the lids were a bit scarce here in Nebraska, but I had stocked up beforehand so didn't have an issue. I like canning over freezing because the power in my city likes to go off way more often than it should. This year the power was off for almost a week in some parts of the city. Fortunately, it was only three hours for me. As time goes on, I'm thinking canning is the way to go. It might be more work up front, but in the long run it's safe and doesn't require any power to keep. I'm not against freezing but just not for long term storage. It's just my humble opinion. Have a great day in the kitchen canning. Nebraska Dave Urban Farmer

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Hi Dave, I totally agree with you about canning versus freezing. A couple of years ago I had spent a lot of time canning and freezing my harvest. I also had squash stored in our garage. It hit minus 20 degrees C. And our squash froze. Our freezer accidentally got unplugged when the furnace guy came for repairs. So I lost all the squash and everything in my deep freeze! The only thing that made it that winter was the canned goods. I realized how precious it was to have those canned goods, even though it seemed to take so much more effort. That was a valuable lesson! I will continue to can my food. I read in an old cookbook about how to use the paraffin. You put a very light layer of melted paraffin, let it harden. Then you lay a string across it and add a second thin layer. This way you can pull on the string to lift the paraffin and unseal the jar! You can also put shavings of paraffin in the bottom of your jar, and when you add the hot contents, the paraffin will rise to the surface. I’m not sure if it was only used for jams and jellies? So interesting. Not sure if anyone uses that method anymore. Probably considered unsafe. I’m sure it worked for them though! Have a great day!! ❤️

[@earlwolfe4414]

I enjoyed this video...very informative for this old man. I am just learning. God bless and appreciate your expertise. See you on your next lesson.🤗

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

@@earlwolfe4414 Thank you!! 😊

[@DannyBoysVision14]

Hi Suzanne from West Virginia. Great jam tutorial. You have inspired me to start canning again. Your jam looked delicious 🍓

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you!! I hope you do. 😀 It is such a rewarding skill!

[@robertaaOHIO]

Great video, thank you, Suzanne. Your canning process is meticulous As always, I come away from watching your videos as having learned something new.❤

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thanks so much Roberta!! ❤️ I’m so glad you learned something new from this video!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thanks so much Roberta!! ❤️ I’m so glad you learned something new from this video!

[@joanz2815]

Well done video. I too did my share of canning, but once I discovered freezer jam, I was hooked. We had a large freezer, so we had room for the containers. NOw days I receive my jam via my lovely daughter who is enjoying her home making much as you do. Preparing for the family gives a true feeling of accomplishment and love. Enjoy your gardens bounty.Joan

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Joan, thank you! 😊 I regard this as a huge compliment, coming from an experienced canner! I have never tried freezer jam! So great that you have a daughter who is into homemaking as well. ❤️

[@cherbuchanan7179]

Thank you so so much for sharing this video.. I have never canned, but have wanted to. This was a great educational video. Love Cher, from Wyoming USA ♥️

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Hi Cher! ❤️ I am so glad I can help. If you give it a try, don’t hesitate to ask any questions. I also have more info down in the description. 😀

[@cherbuchanan7179]

@@thefarmerswifecanada thank you so much.. Was thinking about ordering the canning book you use. Can you share the link or the name 😊 Also, would love to see more videos of meals you make for your family ♥️

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

@@cherbuchanan7179 Hi Cher, here is the link for the home canning book! Bernardin Complete Book of Home Preserving: 400 Delicious and Creative Recipes for Today a.co/d/d23hPQu. I believe there is an American version of this book as well. I think it’s the Ball Home Preserving Book. But I’m pretty sure they are the same. ❤️

[@cherbuchanan7179]

@@thefarmerswifecanada thank you so much ♥️

[@celticlassie]

I loved this video. I learned so much. I’ve done some water bath canning with beets in the past but I’d like to do more this year. I’ve always made freezer jam so haven’t made jam canned. Maybe I will later this year.

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Oh good! I’m so glad that you enjoyed the video. I hope it gives you the confidence to do more canning! Don’t hesitate if you have any questions 😀

[@beverlywells6193]

Beautiful jam! Looks delicious! Another great video. ❤

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you Beverly!! ❤️🍓

[@cecilialeal8239]

Miro tus videos desde Buenos Aires, Argentina. Son muy interesantes. Saludos!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

So great to see you all the way from Argentina!! ❤ Thank you for commenting and letting me know! 😀

[@monicamontoya1578]

Thank you. This was so helpful and inspiring! ❤

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Awesome, thank you!! 😊

[@harpandblooz7733]

Nice camera shots. Great presentation thanks for the info

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Thank you! 😊

[@jissymoljames6727]

Very informative thanks so much. Please let me know how many days will all canned jams, sauces, pickles etc stay good. I stay in a hot and humid place.

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Canning should ideally be kept in a dark cool room. A basement is perfect. But light is the biggest thing to keep it away from. Canned goods can last for several years, but eaten within the first year or two is best. Be sure to check your seals and give them a good wipe down before storage.

[@jissymoljames6727]

Thanks so much for your reply. I don't put any preservatives, still it'll stay good in a dark room? Just fruit, sugar and lemon juice Another question: I've seen chocolatiers use frozen fruit preserves in ganache, what is the difference between jam and fruit preserves?

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

@ Yes, as long as your jars are sealed. I have some preserves that are 4 years old. I’m considering composting them because sometimes you preserve things that are not a big hit with your family. I would guess that fruit preserves is the same thing as jam, but not 100 percent sure? So glad my video helped you preserve food!! ❤️

[@mapulahaidymashaba217]

Thanks so much

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

You’re welcome!

[@kathryncurry8728]

Thank you, very informative for a newbie!

[@thefarmerswifecanada]

Oh great, thank you! That was my hope in making this video. I really want to help get more people canning! ❤️❤️❤️