Weekend Project- Canning

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With many fruits and vegetable at their peak ripeness, Summer is the perfect time to start canning.  If you're new to canning the process may seem intimidating.  But with a bit of attention to detail and the right supplies you can be stocking your pantry in no time.

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Canning is best with fruits and vegetables that are at their optimum ripeness.  Try shopping at a local farmer's market or even picking fruit from your own backyard.  Many recipes will require that you peel the skin off before canning.

The basic supplies remain the same regardless of what you are canning.  All of these supplies can be found in our store or online to be delivered to our store at truevalue.com.

Once you have prepared your recipe, simply follow the instructions on your pressure cooker to properly heat and pressurize the cans so that no bacteria can enter.  No bacteria means no spoilage, so after your cans have cooled and you have heard the "ping" that signals the lids have been properly pressurized, cans can be stored on shelves without refrigeration.  Canned fruits and preserves make great gifts!

Have you ever tried canning? What was your experience with it?

**Special Offer: Now through August 30th, 2013 receive 10% off in-store canning supplies with a printout of this page**