Answering Your CANNING Questions | Back to Basics

Last week we posted (2) back to basics canning videos: how to water bath can, and how to pressure can. There were a LOT of comments and questions after posting, and while we tried to answer as many as we could there were still a lot more. In this video, we’ll go over about 20 of the most commonly asked questions for you guys and answer them in video format.

We referenced a lot of books, websites, and products in the video, below are links to help guide you on your learning journey ♥

Resources:

Supplies:
(At this time, do not buy from Amazon prices are too high. Find somewhere local like TSC, Rural Kind, Family Farm & Home, Walmart, or your local Hardware stores)
(If you're going with big an All American, we recommend the 930. It's the smallest canner they make, that can still double-stack quart jars)
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Canning 101 : Answers to your Most Common Questions

[dawnesson]

I'm so glad you stated that you're not responsible for everyone's intelligence on canning. So many times people take the easy way out. And then blame others. ..love you guys and your videos.

[forestlily]

Sorry that you have to deal with “those people”, I am truly thankful for the knowledge that you share and the inspiration you have given me to get started on what can seem like a very overwhelming thing. My generation is certainly one where canning was not the norm so truly appreciate your channel!

[marcidevries]

The water in the underneath of the roaster pan was the new piece of information that I needed! And my poor glass topped stove works for a living! I have a new Presto pressure canner that is approved for glass. I even use cast iron pans. Scratches happen, but I got the stove to USE it, not keep it perfectly pretty 😉

[janiebookman]

I know you’re overwhelmed with all the questions that you get, but I was pressure canning my corn off the cob, and I noticed that my seal wasn’t good because steam was escaping from around the lid. I have to buy a new seal because I tried“ boiling my seal with vegetable oil, soaking it and vegetable oil, but my gaskets just too far gone and it’s not gonna work. All that being said my question is, can I take my corn out of the pressure cooker cool it off in the sink and a cool bath and put it in the fridge until my new gasket arrives, big question I am so overwhelmed and I do not wanna lose my corn. Please let me know what you think or what you know lol

[Poketfullofvintage]

🤣…”those people “ …..interesting how we all can be those people sometimes!….

[patz]

Good for you, Rachel. I’m glad you are insisting that people to do their own research to find sources that specialize in food safety. Food preservation is serious business if you want your family to be safe.

[idahohoosier]

Thank y'all. Good stuff. Blessings, julie

[christywoffinden]

Freeze drying concentrates flavors including salt and sugar.

[joywisniewski]

You’re so awesome 👏🏼 I just recently found your Chanel . After watching several videos I feel confident to start canning. THANK

[debbiealtman]

Great video and answer questions video,

[michelemenard]

Thank you for your information. I love seeing your videos.

[doriskrieger]

Hi yall!! Well you guys are my favorite canners. I’ve never done it before. I bought everything I needed last year but my Daughter died and that took everything out of me . But here I am again this year ready to learn and get food canned and put back! With everything going on in the US I hope I’m not too late!!! I’m gonna do water canning and pressure cook meat . I’m going to go thru all the advice you guys have and I just know I can’t go wrong. Thank you so much for all of your recipes. ❤ oh you guys just wouldn’t believe how people are buying up all of the ball canning jars but thank God I still have the ones from last year and bought more this year! I was ordering and one min. They had some and before I could pay they were gone! But I did find some.

[kristenwahlstrom]

I will be 100% honest I knew NOTHING about roaster pans and had NO CLUE you should put water under so I did not think it was a dumb question....I have always been told no question is dumb because it would not be asked if we knew the answer already.

[unleashedpatriot]

I LOVE you two! ♥️ I always amazed when you are canning, you ANSWER every question I have! When I think of how many videos you do and all the canning, I am shocked you always remember to repeat the headspace, the de-bubbling etc. If I was on camera, filming all the things, I think I would be so worried about keeping the “flow” of the video, I would just do my canning on autopilot and forget to actually “teach” I am also impressed with Todd’s cooking skills.
Keep just being awesome and forget about the “Karen’s” They are on EVERY channel I follow, from Bigfoot to Buffalo🤦‍♀️🤣 It is sad that I don’t see us ever getting back to the “golden rule” If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” I think Too many parents got mixed up thinking they were teaching their kids to be “Strong” but instead they taught them to be just rude. There is a difference! A strong person would never act like a “Karen” to you-tubers that are giving us FREE CONTENT!🤯

[susie]

Love this channel!!! Did you learn by reading books or did someone teach you?

[amandap]

Was debating on what to buy for a pressure canner. Thanks for the advice on getting a presto canner.

[pennynewell]

I think Freeze drying concentrates flavors, good or dad.

[andieroanhorse]

Your both an inspiration to canning. Your homestead, your jobs, your gardening, chickens, and canning. Your lives on a daily basis is fulfilling and consist of honest work. I've purchased my first ball canning and preserving book. Sad to find out the recipe for Cowboy candy wasn't in there, however I did find it on your utube, linked under your cowgirl candy. I did my first canning project, turned out really awesome. My boys can't wait 2 weeks to try. I got 8 pints out of the recipe. Again, thank you both so much. My next project is raw chicken. 👍🏽❤️

[renitameares]

Thank you for sharing this with us and for your patience. I’ll leave it at that.
My new glasstop stove says it is safe to can up to x-amount if pounds. I use my Presto and my 10.5 qt All American with no problem. My 21 qt(?) AA is so heavy. I have done it but stopped just because it worries me. My Camp Chef stove is my backup for that.

[angiegall]

Hi, thanks for all the info!! I couldn't find a presto "930", could youbtell me how many quarts size woudl be comparable. Thank you 😊