Home Canning Guide to Prevent Waste of Surplus Foods
The article urges housewives to can surplus fruits and vegetables using the one period cold pack method taught by the USDA. It covers equipment, prep, blanching, packing in syrup or brine, sterilizing, processing times, cooling, labeling, and storage, plus guidance on juices for jelly making and safe canning practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Profitable Disposition of All Surplus Fruits and Vegetables
Practical guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture on canning perishable produce. Emphasizes one period cold pack method and that all cans must be in good condition and absolutely clean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Home canning tips for fall storage from U S Department
The guidance advises avoiding empty preserving jars, securing sturdy cans and jars, using regular tight sealing containers for vegetables and meats, concentrating products to maximize food per jar, packing fruit juices in bottles, and drying beans and root crops for winter use. Emphasizes drying or alternative forms for easily preserved items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture