Preserving food at home is easy, but questions around proper techniques never stop, especially when it comes to safety. One common debate is whether it’s safe to reuse canning lids. The short answer?

Inflation has always been a real killjoy, but now it may have a side effect of botulism. On canning boards (yes, that’s a real thing) across the country, posts have noted that the white wine and apple ...

Canning your own food can be a fun hobby, but there are certain risks associated with doing it. Choosing the right glassware is very important.

Home canning is a cherished tradition for many, offering a way to preserve the bounty of the garden and enjoy it year-round. However, improper canning techniques can lead to serious health risks, ...

Home canning is a popular way to preserve the freshness of homegrown food. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says that when done correctly, home food preservation also can save ...

It’s my pleasure to introduce a guest columnist this week to pass along the latest and safest recommendations for home tomato canning. Tomatoes are America’s favorite homegrown vegetable, and canning ...

Q. What is open kettle canning and why is it considered unsafe? Open kettle canning consists of filling (hopefully) clean jars with hot product and placing lids and screw-top rings on the filled jars.