Canning Tips & Information
Canning
can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you.
1.Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glassjars for the latest canning information.
2.Use
3.Center canner on the burner grate.
4.Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain a constant boil.
5.It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:
I.Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the burner grate.
2.Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.
3.Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down. Tryto avoid canning on the same burner unit all day.
Safe canning requires that harmful
