I started learning how to can this summer after finding some canning supplies at an estate sale… It is such a fun, easy way to preserve food! In order to be a successful canner, you will need some essentials - check them out below!
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Canners
Jars
Lids
Canning Tools
Canning Books
Canners
Investing in a good water bath canner is essential - but you can use a large pot if you already one lying around the house!
This is the classic water bath canner to start with…
Granite Ware 21.5 Quart Water Bath Canner
A perfect, affordable canner for beginners if you aren't sure you'll stick with canning long term.
Affordable Water Bath Canner
For those serious about canning - fits a classic stovetop better than pot canners
Amish-Made Stovetop Water Bath Canner
Jars
You can't can without jars! :) My favorites are Ball jars - you can often find them secondhand too!
Quart jars are perfect for sauces, juices, and larger pickled items
Quart Jars - Regular Mouth
I usually prefer wide mouth cans because it's easier to put the food in
Quart Jars - Wide Mouth
Pints are perfect for jams, salsas, etc.
Pint Jars - Regular Mouth
Use pints with wide mouths for things like pickles :)
Pint Jars - Wide Mouth
Perfect for gifting jams and jellies!
Quilted Jelly Jars
Lids
You MUST use new lids each time you can - again, I recommend Ball
The essential regular mouth lids - I always have these stocked up!
Ball Regular Mouth Mason Jar Lids
The essential for wide mouth jars - again, I usually have these stocked up before summer!
Ball Wide Mouth Lids with Bands
Canning Tools
These are the must-have essentials for anyone who cans!
Comes with headspace tool, funnel, and a jar lifter
Classic Utensils
Helpful for placing lids down on hot jars
Magnetic Lid Lifter
My favorite ladle - it is nice and large
Stainless Steel Ladle
This tool is AMAZING for opening your sealed jars! Definitely recommend it!
Magnetic Canning Jar Opener
The essential guide for anyone looking to start canning!
Everything You Need for Water Bath Canning!
Canning Books
My favorite canning books that are perfect for beginners - such great recipes in a variety of categories!
The Bible for canners!!
Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
Includes classics from the complete guide - a good place to start for newbie canners
