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Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• english cucumber
• sweet onion
• pickling salt
• sugar
• all-purpose flour
• turmeric
• ginger
• celery seed
• white vinegar
• water
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Use the large holes of a box grater to grate cucumbers and onions into a large bowl. Sprinkle pickling salt over grated vegetables. Cover the bowl tightly; allow to rest at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.
2. 2 Squeeze out as much liquid as possible from cucumber mixture; set aside.
3. 3 Whisk together sugar, flour, turmeric, ginger, and celery seed in a second large bowl. Heat vinegar and water in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in sugar mixture until smooth. Stir in cucumber mixture. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring frequently, until relish is thickened, about 15 minutes.
4. 4 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack relish into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with the lids; screw on the rings.
5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process the jars for 10 minutes.
6. 6 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place them onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (the lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Tammylou

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• lemon juice
• red wine vinegar
• shallot
• salt
• black pepper
• olive oil
• jar
• cannellini bean
• cherry tomato
• kale
• salt
• parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Whisk lemon juice, red wine vinegar, shallot, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisking constantly until dressing is combined.
2. 2 Line jars up in an assembly line fashion. Divide beans evenly between the jars. Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons dressing over the beans. Add 8 tomato halves to each jar.
3. 3 Sprinkle kale with salt and lightly massage until leaves are slightly softened and starting to turn a brighter green color, 20 to 30 seconds. Divide kale between the jars, packing it down tightly to squeeze out air pockets.
4. 4 Top each salad with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Place lids on jars and refrigerate. Pour salad out into a bowl and toss when ready to eat.

By France Cevallos

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• heavy cream
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Pour cream into the jar and screw on the lid.
2. 2 Shake the jar until butter forms a soft lump, 15 to 20 minutes.
3. 3 Continue to shake until buttermilk separates out of the lump and the jar contains a solid lump of butter and liquid buttermilk.
4. 4 Pour the contents of the jar into a fine-mesh strainer and strain out the buttermilk, leaving the solid butter.
5. 5 Remove the lump of butter and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until needed.

By John Mitzewich

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• aluminum foil
• wood
• metal garbage can
• turkey

Instructions

1. 1 Lay about 3 long sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil out on the grass to make a square about 3x3 feet. Pound the wooden stake into the ground in the center of the aluminum foil.
2. 2 Fill the lid of the garbage can with a large pile of charcoal, then light. Place the whole turkey (thawed, of course) onto the stake, legs down. Turn the garbage can upside down and place over the turkey. Place piles of lighted coals on the top and around the sides of the can.
3. 3 Cook for at least 1 1/2 hours or until coals go out. Do not lift the can during cooking. Brush the charcoal off the can and lift off carefully, as some heat may rush out when you do. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read at least 180 degrees F (83 degrees C).

By GLORIA2003

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• jar
• olive oil
• rosemary
• oregano
• red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. 1 Pour 3/4 cup olive oil into each jar. Place rosemary in one jar, oregano in another, and crushed red pepper flakes in the third. Screw lids on to seal.
2. 2 Pour 4 cups water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and place jars in the water. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 0 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 3 minutes.
4. 4 Remove the lid and let jars cool for 30 minutes before handling. Strain oil into bottles and seal.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• bamboo steamer basket
• cauliflower floret
• broccoli floret
• carrot
• green bean
• napa cabbage leaf

Instructions

1. 1 Soak the steamer basket in water for 30 minutes.
2. 2 Wash cauliflower and broccoli florets. Peel and wash the carrot. Cut carrot in half and cut each half into 4 sticks, for 8 sticks total. Trim green beans.
3. 3 Remove steamer baskets from the water. Place one cabbage leaf on the bottom of one basket. Put the cauliflower florets, stem side down, on top of the leaf in a single layer. Add 8 green beans and 4 carrot sticks between the cauliflower florets. Place the second basket on top. Line the top basket with the remaining cabbage leaf. Put the broccoli florets, stem side down, on top of the leaf in a single layer. Add 8 green beans and 4 carrot sticks between the broccoli florets.
4. 4 Pour 1 1/2 cups water into the bottom of an 6-quarter electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add the basket and cover with the lid. Close and lock the cooker lid. Select low pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
5. 5 Turn off the cooker when the timer rings. Wait for 3 minutes. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
6. 6 Set the baskets onto plates to serve the vegetables in the baskets for a decorative touch. Use chopsticks to serve.

By Buckwheat Queen

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• fig
• sugar
• strawberry gelatin
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Mix figs and sugar together in a large saucepan, place over medium heat, and cook, stirring often, until sugar has dissolved. Mix in strawberry gelatin; bring the mixture to a boil and boil for 7 minutes. Mash preserves with a potato masher if desired.
2. 2 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the fig preserves into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
3. 3 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
4. 4 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Paula

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• strawberry
• orange juice
• white sugar
• orange zest
• chia seed
• jar

Instructions

1. 1 Place strawberries in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orange juice, sugar, and orange zest. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
2. 2 Add chia seeds and stir to combine. Simmer until jam starts to thicken, about 5 minutes more. Use a potato masher to break up large pieces for a smoother texture. Cool completely; jam will continue to thicken as it cools. Pour into the jar and refrigerate.

By France Cevallos

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• rhubarb
• sugar
• ginger root
• lemon juice
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Stir rhubarb, sugar, ginger, and lemon juice in a large pot and allow to stand until rhubarb releases its juice, about 20 minutes. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil; cook until thickened, about 15 minutes, stirring often.
2. 2 Sterilize the jars, lids, and rings in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the jam into the sterilized jars, filling them to within ¼-inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
3. 3 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
4. 4 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

By Can_It_Rachael

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• canning jar
• ring
• sugar
• pectin
• blackberry juice
• jalapeno pepper
• jalapeno pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Inspect 5 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jelly is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2. 2 Combine ½ cup sugar and pectin in a bowl; transfer to a saucepan.
3. 3 Stir blackberry juice, green jalapeño, and red jalapeño into pectin mixture; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add remaining 3 ½ cups sugar; return to a rolling boil until sugar has fully dissolved, about 1 minute. Off heat, stir to remove bubbles and foam, about 5 minutes.
4. 4 Pack jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes or according to your local extension.
6. 6 Remove jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area. Refrigerate jelly after seal is broken.

By Gingerbreadgirlz

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• port wine
• fruit pectin
• white sugar
• butter
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Add port wine to a large saucepan; sprinkle in pectin. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Add sugar once boiling; stir until dissolved. Return mixture to a boil; stir in butter until melted. Continue boiling for 1 minute, skimming and discarding any foam that forms on the surface.
2. 2 Inspect 5 (half-pint) jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
3. 3 Pour jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ½ inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure that the seal is tight (and the lid does not move up or down). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Mama Smith

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• peach
• white sugar
• cinnamon
• clove
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add peaches. Cook until peach skins begins to split, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and cool slightly. Peel, pit, and quarter peaches; transfer to a large pot. Mash with a potato masher.
2. 2 Stir in sugar, cinnamon, and cloves; cook on low heat until reaches desired consistency, 1 to 1 ½ hours.
3. 3 Inspect six 8-ounce (half-pint) jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until peach preserves ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
4. 4 Pack peach preserves into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of top. Run a clean knife or a thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil; lower jars 2 inches apart into boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
6. 6 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, to cool. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By hdorius

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• honeycrisp apple
• apple
• apple cider
• white sugar
• lemon juice
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Combine Honeycrisp apples, Granny Smith apples, and apple cider in a large stainless steel or enamel-coated saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until mixture reduces by about half, about 20 minutes.
2. 2 Stir sugar and lemon juice into the apple mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking at a simmer until the mixture is very thick, about 25 minutes.
3. 3 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Master Cook

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• apple
• sugar
• cinnamon
• clove
• nutmeg
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Cook apples in slow cooker on Low until apples are very soft, about 18 hours.
2. 2 Puree apples in a blender or food processor; return pureed apples to the slow cooker. Stir sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg through the pureed apples.
3. 3 Continue cooking on Low until thick, about 4 hours.
4. 4 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
6. 6 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Maria

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• cherry
• apple juice
• lemon juice
• fruit pectin
• sugar
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Place cherries, apple juice, lemon juice, and pectin into a large saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil and mix in sugar. Cook jam at a rolling boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim off any foam.
2. 2 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack cherry jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
3. 3 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes, or the time as recommended by your county Extension agent.
4. 4 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Pepper

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• canning jar
• ring
• white sugar
• cider vinegar
• carrot
• red bell pepper
• habanero pepper
• liquid pectin

Instructions

1. 1 Inspect 8 (half-pint) jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jelly is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2. 2 Combine sugar and vinegar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Stir in carrot and bell pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, 5 minutes. Stir in habaneros; simmer 5 minutes more. Stir in pectin; boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Skim and discard any foam from jelly.
3. 3 Pack jelly into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
5. 5 Remove jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, 4 to 24 hours. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Lunasea

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• lemon juice
• water
• sugar
• lemon zest
• cornstarch
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Heat lemon juice, water, sugar, lemon zest, and cornstarch in a pot over medium heat; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. 2 Inspect jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
3. 3 Pour lemon syrup into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes; remove jars from pot and allow to cool.
5. 5 Once cool, press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure that the seal is tight and the lid does not move up or down.

By goodeats

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• apple
• water
• lemon juice
• white sugar
• water
• brandy
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Place apple rings in a bowl and pour in enough water to cover. Add lemon juice to water.
2. 2 Bring sugar and 3 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan; cook and stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Add apples to sugar-water mixture and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until apples are tender, about 30 minutes.
3. 3 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple rings into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Keep syrup in the saucepan.
4. 4 Bring the syrup back to a boil and add brandy; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle the syrup over apple rings, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top.
5. 5 Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Shannon Kalista

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• vinegar
• green bell pepper
• habanero pepper
• white sugar
• raspberry
• pectin
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Combine vinegar, bell pepper, and habaneros in a blender; blend until smooth. Transfer pepper mixture to a large stockpot.
2. 2 Stir sugar, raspberries, and pectin into pepper mixture; bring to a boil. Cook and stir until smooth and sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
3. 3 Inspect five 16-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
4. 4 Pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to ¼ inch of top. Run a knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims of jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw-on rings.
5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil; add jars using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring water to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
6. 6 Transfer jars to a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Cool.
7. 7 Press tops of each lid with a finger, ensuring that seals are tight (lids should not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Chokolate911

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• canning jar
• ring
• apple
• water
• butter
• brown sugar
• white sugar
• fruit pectin
• butter flavoring

Instructions

1. 1 Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
2. 2 Bring apples, water, and butter to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until apples are softened, about 8 minutes. Mix in brown sugar, white sugar, pectin powder, and butter flavoring. Bring to a full rolling boil, stirring often. Cook at a boil for 2 minutes without stirring.
3. 3 Pack apple jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling them to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with the lids and screw on the rings tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (the lid does not move up or down at all). Let stand for 8 hours to overnight before use. Store in a cool, dark area; refrigerate opened jars.

By JUST DUCKY

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• mulberry
• water
• water
• white sugar
• strawberry gelatin
• fruit pectin
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Mix mulberries and 1 tablespoon water in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer, stirring frequently, until berries are softened, 15 to 20 minutes. Mash berries using a potato masher.
2. 2 Combine 2 cups water, sugar, strawberry-flavored gelatin, and pectin in a bowl; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir gelatin mixture into mashed mulberries; bring mixture to a boil.
3. 3 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the boiling mulberry mixture into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for about 15 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Sarah C Byrnes

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• pickling cucumber
• red bell pepper
• onion
• salt
• celery seed
• white sugar
• white wine vinegar
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Place cucumbers, bell pepper, onion, salt, and celery seeds in a large bowl; set aside at room temperature, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. Mix sugar and vinegar together in a bowl, stirring until sugar dissolves; stir into pickle mixture.
2. 2 Divide pickle mixture among the jars; pour any excess liquid over top. Cover the jars with lids and rings. Refrigerate at least 24 hours; pickles will keep in the refrigerator for 3 weeks.

By Clark Hamblen

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• rhubarb
• strawberry
• lemon juice
• fruit pectin
• butter
• white sugar
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
2. 2 Place rhubarb, strawberries, lemon juice, pectin, and butter into a large kettle over medium heat. Stir and bring to a boil. Add sugar, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved and juice begins to form. Increase heat to medium-high, bring mixture to a rolling boil, and cook and stir for 1 minute. Skim off any foam that forms.
3. 3 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Use a jelly funnel and soup ladle to pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Carla Bruss

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• apple
• sugar
• brown sugar
• butter
• cinnamon
• ginger
• nutmeg
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Place apples in a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, stirring occasionally, until apples are softened, 5 to 10 minutes.
2. 2 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
3. 3 Press apples through a food mill to separate seeds, cores, and skin from apple pulp and transfer pulp to a bowl. Stir white sugar, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg into apples. Pour apple mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan.
4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring and scraping sides every 20 to 30 minutes, until apple butter is red and thickened, 2 to 4 hours.
5. 5 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 30 minutes.
7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By ELEANORAFA

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• pecan shortbread cookie
• butter
• white sugar
• canning jar
• strawberry
• cream cheese
• white sugar
• lemon juice
• heavy cream

Instructions

1. 1 Mix cookie crumbs, butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl until combined. Divide mixture evenly among jars, about 3 1/2 tablespoons each, and gently press (do not pack) into bottoms.
2. 2 Halve 6 strawberries for garnish, and set aside. Chop remaining strawberries.
3. 3 Beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon juice in bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped cream and chopped berries; divide evenly among jars, about 1/2 cup each. Top each with a 2 berry halves and cover with lids. Chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.

By RuthE

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• apple
• apple juice
• sugar
• apple cider vinegar
• cinnamon
• clove
• allspice
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Combine apples and apple juice in a stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook at a simmer until apples are soft and mushy, 20 to 30 minutes.
2. 2 Spoon apples into a food mill and process into puree while discarding the cores and peels remaining in the mill. Transfer process apples to a slow cooker.
3. 3 Cook on High with the lid off until the moisture evaporates and the volume reduces by about half, overnight to 24 hours.
4. 4 Stir sugar, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, and allspice through the apple puree.
5. 5 Continue cooking on High until mixture mounds on a chilled plate without any water separating from the edges, another 2 to 6 hours.
6. 6 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the apple butter into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
7. 7 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process 5 to 10 minutes.
8. 8 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By YUMMYNUMMY

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• canning jar
• ring
• pear
• onion
• green bell pepper
• jalapeno pepper
• apple cider vinegar
• white sugar
• mustard
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Bring pears to a boil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat; cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; cool. Peel, core, and coarsely chop.
2. 2 Combine chopped pears, onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely chopped.
3. 3 Transfer pear mixture to a large pot over medium-high heat; stir in vinegar, sugar, mustard, and salt until well combined and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until flavors are blended and relish is thickened, about 1 hour.
4. 4 Meanwhile, inspect 10 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until relish is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
5. 5 Pack relish into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 20 minutes.
7. 7 Remove jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Travis Deck

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• white vinegar
• white sugar
• water
• cinnamon
• salt
• clove
• beet
• canning jar
• ring

Instructions

1. 1 Combine white vinegar, sugar, water, cinnamon, salt, and cloves in a large pot; bring to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved. Stir in beets and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
2. 2 Meanwhile, inspect six 1-quart jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until beets are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
3. 3 Pack sliced beets into hot, sterilized jars, using a slotted spoon, then pour in beet liquid filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 30 minutes.
5. 5 Remove jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Lori Manthei Ridlon

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• canning jar
• ring
• apple cider vinegar
• sugar
• salt
• mustard seed
• basil
• green tomato
• red bell pepper
• red onion
• apple

Instructions

1. 1 Inspect eight 4-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until piccalilli is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2. 2 Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, and basil in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir green tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, and apples into vinegar mixture; boil vigorously, stirring occasionally, until vegetables softened and flavors blended, 15 to 20 minutes.
3. 3 Pack relish into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water 2 inches apart using a holder. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for about 10 minutes.
5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot; place on a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press centers of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Dave Hagan

Ingredients

• ✓ lid
• jar
• band
• cucumber
• onion
• canning salt
• vinegar
• sugar
• mustard seed
• turmeric
• celery seed
• ginger
• peppercorn
• pickle crisp granules

Instructions

1. 1 Immerse the pint jars in simmering water until needed. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2. 2 Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, layering with canning salt: cover with ice cubes. Let stand for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Drain; rinse; drain again and set aside.
3. 3 Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, turmeric, celery seed, ginger, and peppercorns in a large pot; bring to a boil. Add drained cucumbers and onions; return to a boil.
4. 4 Pack cucumber mixture and liquid into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/2 inch of the top. Add rounded 1/8 teaspoon pickle crisp granules to each jar. Remove air bubbles. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
5. 5 Process in a boiling-water canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude.
6. 6 Remove the jars from the canner and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Ball