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Farm Kitchen

17. Canning

Beginner

• Research the different types of canning available and how ph and heat relate to each method.
• Find 3 different jars of canned goods in your home or the supermarket. Read the ingredient list, and from the packaging type and product inside, determine how each product was canned.

Intermediate

• Gather the needed supplies for water-bath canning and can 2 different items using the water-bath method.
• Share some of your preserved goodies with a friend and let them know the recipe you used.

Expert

• Can 2 different low-acid foods with a tested recipe in a pressure canner.
• Share some of your preserved goodies with a friend and let them know the recipe you used.

April, 2024 Edition