UHC's Dr. Mark Povroznik Warns of Improper Canning Dangers; How to Keep Your Method Botulism-Free
By Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 11, 2018
- Start with a clean jar that is heated to prior filling, which helps speed up the canning process
- After filling the jar, the rim needs to be wiped clean, and the lid heated to provide a proper seal
- Place the rings on the jar “Finger Tight,” not “Grip Tight,” so air can escape
- Follow the recommended cook time, from when the water comes to a boil and not when you first put the jars in the water
- Once the jars are removed, place them on a towel to cool; hearing a pop as the jars cool indicate that a satisfying seal has occurred, and those that do not seal can be placed in the refrigerator to be used up first
- Finally, remove the rings once the jars have cooled and are sealed for storage