Do you better sterilize your jars for canning?
Heres the scoop on when and how to sterilize jars for canning.
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Rolling up your sleeves to can your favorite jam or pickle recipe?
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What about the jars?
Do you gotta sterilize them for canning?
Maybe youve heard its not always necessary.
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Maybe youve heard some methods are better than others.
Heres the safest, most current information on when and how to sterilize jars.
You may be a bit surprised with what you learn, in fact.
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Luckily, sterilizing jars is simple, and there are a few methods you could choose from.
The best way to sterilize jars will depend on how many jars you need.
Why Sterilize Jars?
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Sterilizing jars will kill any undesirable bacteria that could make your canning project go awry.
Is It Always Necessary to Sterilize Canning Jars?
Jars for any canning project will need to be freshly cleaned in hot, soapy water, however.
Keep that in mind when you select your method.
Canning jars are not made for dry heat, the way tempered glass like Pyrex is.
Dry heat can weaken canning jars, making them more prone to breakage.
Microwave wattage varies greatly from model to model, making this method impossible to regulate.
This setting heats the water to a minimum of 150F, which is hotter than typical dishwasher prefs.
Boil 1 extra minute for each additional 1,000 feet of elevation.
