Antique Canning Jars…. I love anything vintage or antique, especially kitchen items. Sometimes they are still put to good use. Like some vintage mason jars. Please notice I said SOME. Vintage is fine. I have vintage jars that I still use for canning. In fact some of the vintage jars have a nice thicker glass to […]
Canning Supplies
One of the first questions that get asked is...
"What canning equipment do I need??"
Are you a gadget geek too? This is the page you'll love.
A list of canning equipment you absolutely must have.... and some that aren't required but very very handy!
Essential Canning Equipment
Canners
Stainless Steel Water bath Canner
Pressure Canners – Which One is Best?
Canning Tools
Optional Canning Equipment, Tools, and Supplies
although I call them optional… they really do make life easier.
4th Burner Pot?? What is that?
Canning Jar, can we use recycled?
Canning Supplies and Equipment Reviews
Fermenting with the Pickle Pipe
Harvest Guard Canning Lids Review
Home Canning Jars – Creative Storage Solutions
How to recycle those used canning jar lids
All American Pressure Canner
The All American pressure canner is a top-of-the-line canner. You can’t go wrong buying any of the models available. I own both a Presto and an All American Pressure Canner…and I have to say, both are good canners. I used to always tell people if you can afford it, go with the All American. However, […]
Simply Canning Gift Guide
With Sharon Peterson I love giving gifts. It’s fun to find that special something or that perfect unusual item that I know the receiver will love. Here’s my gift guide. I used to enjoy a bit of hustle and bustle during the holiday season. But any more, that hustle and bustle has turned into a […]
Water Bath Canner
Also Known as a Boiling Water Canner A water bath canner is a large pot with a jar rack. It is used with all high acid foods. This includes: all fruits, jams, jellies, pie fillings, pickles or condiments and tomatoes with added lemon juice. If you have any low acid foods or ingredients you must […]
The Volcano Stove / Grill
The volcano stove or grill is one option for outdoor canning, emergency cooking or an easy portable camp stove. For outdoor canning I’ve tried a couple of burners. Two of them stood out as something that works. I had two concerns when I started looking for an outdoor burner to do my canning. I needed […]
Tattler Canning Lid Review
Tattler Review information Update: This review is on the original Tattler lids. Since I’ve done this review the company has changed the format of the lids. I do not have experience with the new lids. Keep this in mind as you consider purchasing new. My experience is with the old style. I have used […]