Old Fashioned On Purpose

8. The Surprising Truth About Canning Tomatoes

08.23.2019 - By Jill WingerPlay

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Who knew canning tomatoes was such a controversial subject? When you stumble across canning discussions on Facebook or in other homestead groups, this seems to be one of the most hotly contested topics. Why you might ask? Primarily because many canning organizations challenge certain traditions in terms of how foods should be canned. Fear not my friends. In today’s episode, I share a simple solution that will allow you to utilize any canning method you desire.  I also dig deep into the different factors that can affect the acidity, which ultimately effects the canning method you should use.  If you’ve ever wondered how you can stay true to whatever canning method you desire, then this is the podcast for you! Some key highlights from today's episode: 

    •  How decay and over-ripening affect the acidity     

    •  When to use water-bath canning vs. pressure canning 

    •  Why lemon juice, vinegar, or citric acid can be your best friend  Kick your fears to the curb and learn everything you’ll ever need to know about canning at https://www.learnhowtocan.com now! 

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