Canning Buying Guide
jams at home for your loved ones, then you should definitely think of getting canning equipment.
Advantage
The major advantage of
canner is a large pot-shaped utensil.
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Canning jars are airtight containers which prevent food poisoning. They are commonly made of glass, which can withstand high temperatures.
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Screw bands are another way of sealing the jars, but unlike metal lids they can be reused.
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funnel that is especially designed for canning jars.
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Strainers are essential in discarding unwanted water or oils.
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spatula is mainly used for removing the air bubbles formed during the preservation process.
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Labels come in handy by allowing you to identify the contents instantly, thereby preventing the spoiling of food stuffs due to frequent opening of the containers.
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Food mills help youmash soft food stuffs.
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Jelly bags aremade out of materials such as muslin and they strain the juice from the fruit while preparing jelly.
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Blenders help in properly mixing the food particles.
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Pitters are used toremove seeds from peaches and olives.
Other equipments may include saucepans,
kitchen scale[[Search:kitchen timer|]].
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