Module 3 – Preserving Basil Diced Tomatoes

This is where everything you’ve learned so far comes together. In this module, you’ll prepare and hot pack one of my favorite pressure canning recipes, Basil Diced Tomatoes. Learn the techniques that create a safe, high-quality finished product. We’ll cover ingredient preparation, filling jars, removing air bubbles, proper headspace, and every step required before your jars ever enter the canner.

Once your jars are prepared, I’ll guide you through the complete pressure canning process using both a traditional stovetop pressure canner and a digital pressure canner. You’ll see how each operates from start to finish, giving you the confidence to understand the similarities, differences, and what to expect regardless of which type of canner you choose to use.

Along with the video instruction, you’ll receive a printable copy of my Basil Diced Tomatoes recipe with complete preparation and processing instructions, making it easy to recreate this delicious pantry staple whenever tomato season arrives.

By the end of this module, you’ll confidently know how to safely hot pack foods for pressure canning, process them using either style of pressure canner, and enjoy one of the most versatile recipes you’ll add to your pantry.

---

Watch the Complete Canning Demonstration

In this step-by-step demonstration, you’ll follow the complete preparation, hot packing, and pressure canning process for my Basil Diced Tomatoes recipe. I’ll then process the jars using both a traditional stovetop pressure canner and a digital pressure canner so you can see each method in action and gain the confidence to safely preserve this recipe in your own kitchen.

---

Pressure Canning with a Stovetop & Digital Canner

In this lesson, I’ll guide you through the complete pressure canning process using both a traditional stovetop pressure canner and a digital pressure canner, explaining each step as we go. Watching both methods side by side will help you understand how each canner operates, allowing you to confidently preserve food using the equipment that’s right for your kitchen.

---

Basil Diced Tomatoes Recipe & Step-by-Step Instructions (Printable PDF)

Download the complete recipe and keep it nearby while preparing your jars. It includes the ingredient list, preparation instructions, canning directions, and processing information so you can confidently recreate this recipe anytime.

Download Printable Recipe

---

Ready for the Next Module?

Excellent work! You’ve now prepared and preserved your first pressure recipe using the hot pack method.

In the next lesson, we’ll explore the raw pack and raw stacking method, discuss when it may be the better choice, and preserve two delicious recipes together. Learn how to preserve chicken and a delicious meal in a jar and receive a fun list of seasoning blends to flavor your chicken for future uses.

➡Continue to Module 4: Raw Packing & Raw Stacking Recipes for Pressure Canning