WorkshopThe Pantry
Safe Home Canning
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Water-bath and pressure canning done safely — put up the season's surplus with confidence.
Canning isn't complicated, but it is exacting. This hands-on workshop covers the science and the safe practice so you can preserve food that lasts — and that you trust.
You'll leave with jars you packed yourself and a clear sense of what belongs in which method.
What you'll learn
- Know water-bath vs. pressure canning
- Handle acidity, headspace, and processing times
- Read and trust your seals
- Label correctly for the pantry shelf
Curriculum
- 1Safety firstWhy method matters — and FDACS guidance.
- 2Water-bathJams, pickles, and high-acid foods.
- 3Pressure canningLow-acid foods done right.
- 4Storage & labelingShelf life and record-keeping.