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I canned 44 quarts of tomatoes last season, a record yield from my garden. Each jar is cherished, as canned tomatoes form the core of my winter diet. My household consumes gallons of them between ...

“Pressure during the canning process will cause any latent air from the jar to escape,” says Levy. “A super-tight lid will prevent that and could cause your jar to explode, ruining all your ...

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The unfilled space above the food in a jar and below its lid is called headspace. Directions for canning specify leaving ¼ inch for jams and jellies, ½ inch for fruits and tomatoes to be processed in ...

Atlanta chef Hector Santiago of La Metro and El Super Pan shares tips and recipes to elevate the humble tin of sardines with next-level accompaniments.

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So to be extra safe, leave about half an inch of head space between the food and the top of the jar. 5. Barely Tighten The Lids It may sound counterintuitive, but it’s best not to screw the lid on ...

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The reader who suggested hitting a jar with a knife handle was correct, but tapping is a better word. I tried to teach a co-worker at a deli ...