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Pressure Canning Fruit versus Water Bathing

Curious whether you should pressure can or water bath your fruit? Many home canners believe pressure canning makes fruit mushy or dull in color, but that’s not the case when done correctly. This article breaks down the key differences between pressure canning fruit and water bathing—covering processing times, temperature control,…
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Navigating the Digital Age: Embracing Change and Critical Thinking in Food Science and Preservation

In an ever-evolving field of food science and preservation, the journey from ancient practices to modern innovations is marked by a steadfast commitment to knowledge and process. This article explores the dynamic nature of these disciplines, while addressing challenges posed by online discourse, cult-like mentalities, and the importance of critical…
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Dry Canning versus Dry Packing

What is the difference between Dry Canning and Dry Packing? While there are many well-intended people out there, sadly there is so much confusion circulating the internet, I decided to clear things up a bit… For starters, the bulletin released a couple years ago by the El Dorado County UC…
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Is Digital Canning Safe?

The original version of a digital canner was the Carey Nesco. It has been on the market several years and is the first digital pressure canner with a PSI regulator. Starting as the National Enameling and Stamping Company, back in 1931 it is now simply the NESCO brand owned by…
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Raw Stacking Canning Method

Raw Stacking is a layering technique invented by Canning Diva for raw packing — where ingredients are methodically stacked in a specific order inside each jar before covering with boiling liquid. It’s ideal for recipes with multiple ingredients (like stews or layered pickles) and helps ensure consistent distribution and appearance.…
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