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
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Jars
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Lids
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Canning Tools
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Canning Books
Canners
I recommend buying a good water bath canner, but you can use any large pot if you must
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The classic water bath canner
Granite Ware 21.5 Quart Water Bath Canner
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A perfect, affordable canner for beginners
Affordable Water Bath Canner
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For those serious about canning - fits a classic stovetop better than pot canners
Amish-Made Stovetop Water Bath Canner
Jars
Can't can without jars! My favorites are Ball jars - you can often find them secondhand.
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The classic quart jars
Quart Jars - Regular Mouth
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Quart jars with wide mouths
Quart Jars - Wide Mouth
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The classic pint jars
Pint Jars - Regular Mouth
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Pint jars with wide mouth
Pint Jars - Wide Mouth
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Perfect for jams and jellies!
Quilted Jelly Jars
Lids
You MUST use new lids each time you can - again, I recommend Ball
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Lids for regular mouth jars
Ball Regular Mouth Mason Jar Lids
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For wide mouth jars
Ball Wide Mouth Lids with Bands
Canning Tools
These are the must-have essentials for anyone who cans!Â
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Comes with headspace tool, funnel, and a jar lifter
Classic Utensils
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Helpful for placing lids down on hot jars
Magnetic Lid Lifter
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My favorite ladle - it is nice and large
Stainless Steel Ladle
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This tool is AMAZING for opening your sealed jars! Definitely recommend it!
Magnetic Canning Jar Opener
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The essential guide for anyone looking to start canning!
Everything You Need for Water Bath Canning!
Canning Books
My favorite canning books - such great recipes!
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The Bible for canners
Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
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Includes classics from the complete guide - good for newbie canners
