Sunday, August 1, 2010

Canning Tomatoes

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It’s so nice to have more produce in the garden than I can use.  It’s also nice to have a little red wagon to haul the stuff back up to the house (thank you, my sweet kiddos).

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Start by dropping your tomatoes into to hot water for about 45 seconds. 

 

 

 

 

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Cool the tomatoes down by dumping them into some icy-cold water.  Now, they will peel like magic. 

 

 

 

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Pretty roma tomatoes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Bring them to a good, rolling boil.

 

 

 

 

 

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Sterilize your jars and lids.

 

 

 

 

 

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In go the tomatoes.  Fill the jars so that the liquid reaches an inch from the top.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Don’t forget to wipe the rim with a clean cloth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Add a lid.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Into the hot tub, boiling water bath. ;)

 

 

 

 

 

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Listen for the jar to seal.  Such a lovely popping sound.

A little summer to enjoy this winter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It’s really that easy!  Do be sure to follow the instructions in your canning book, as this post is meant to inspire and provide an overview of the process. 

Happy canning!

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