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[Mini Horses]

Don't be afraid of pressure canning. Many of the "horror stories" were from times back when they didn't have the safety feature the do now. First time might be a nervous event but, then it's a breeze. I actually like to can but, sometimes the food prep is time consuming.

 

[Rillowen]

Don't be afraid of pressure canning. Many of the "horror stories" were from times back when they didn't have the safety feature the do now. First time might be a nervous event but, then it's a breeze. I actually like to can but, sometimes the food prep is time consuming.

Thank you, I should probably try it, but first I'd have to break down and buy one.. the next hurdle! I want to get to where we grow all our own meat though, so I should probably invest at some point.

 

[FarmerJamie]

Thank you, I should probably try it, but first I'd have to break down and buy one.. the next hurdle! I want to get to where we grow all our own meat though, so I should probably invest at some point.

Yes, it is intimidating. A quality large pressure canner (All American) can be pricey. Back in the day, with a family of five, even a large canner was not enough to keep up.

If you are wary of the process, might I suggest getting a small (5-7 quart electric canner)? My now wife was terrified of the big canner. She had second hand horror stories, too. Her female family members would not let her near the canning process. A few years ago, we bought a small electric canner to build her confidence. Then, health issues prevent her from using the "big" canner, so we bought a larger electric canner. She is as happy as a clam she is able to put up stuff with only moderate assistance from me.

Being able to open, dump, and heat meals is such a good thing