Questions about canning with mason jars
Stella Song
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Comments (1)Classico jars say Mason too, they used to be able to use the RM lids and bands and I used them for BWBing. Also saved the lids after I had enough jars, good for storage after opening a jar of jam or jelly. But now they're making them smaller, just as USDA says it's OK to BWB in them. But I wouldn't PC in them. I don't know who makes them - but you can buy all different sized "Mason" jars for crafting, etc. online. These look like the ones Green Mtn Gringo uses. Doesn't say who manufacturer is, just "made in East Asia" Here is a link that might be useful: Jar Store This post was edited by ajsmama on Mon, Sep 1, 14 at 16:17...See MoreCan you bake in a Mason jar?
Comments (27)This is a quote from Penn State Extension that seems more apropos re. baking in jars. If breads or cakes are baked in canning jars, seal them after they are completely cooled so that a vacuum seal is not created. This will prevent the growth of Clostridium botulinum. Also, immediately refrigerate. Refrigeration temperatures will prevent the growth of other harmful bacteria that can grow at the water activity and pH typically found in these types of products. The shelf-life in the refrigerator is several weeks. Additionally, there is always the risk of having the jar break in the oven or upon removal from the oven. Also, the jars can be very hot so use oven mitts to prevent burns. â¨â¨from: Dr. Angie Fraser, Food Safety Specialist, North Carolina State University. Some of that is clearly stating the obvious, but I do know there have been a number of complaints about the quality of the finished product (i.e. insufficiently baked at the center and over-baked at the edges), especially if the jar is a quart, rather than a half-pint or pint. But it seems if someone wants to bake in jars and is willing to risk the possibility of reduced consistency/quality and perhaps breakage, that's up to them. I can guess that cupcakes or mini-yeast loaves (like little brioche) baked in half-pints would be cute. However, I wouldn't do it because I don't want to stress the glass, risking future breakage during canning, and because I have certain pans I know produce really reliable results for me. For gifting I often use the paper baking pans. Carol Here is a link that might be useful: King Arthur Flour Paper Baking Pans...See MoreAntique Mason Canning Jars
Comments (6)I'm still using canning jars older than this. LOL. If you have the really old ones.......blue or with the bails on them, they are collectable but anything newer is of interest mainly to people who can. Have you looked at the price of them lately? I haunt auctions, kids cleaning out granny's estate sales, and Goodwill for cheap jars. You'll have to educate yourself if you have any collectable ones and set them aside to sell as novelties.....and the rest should fetch a decent price (since new ones are about a dollar apiece) if broken down into lots and sold to folks who need to use them. I prolly have at least 500 jars and will still buy more in a good canning year....See MoreMason Jar Oil Lamps..help!!
Comments (2)Marsha, When you use the lamp oil make sure it is ultra-pure. It cost more, but it is smokeless and odorless. I get my wicks at Hobby Lobby. That's the only place in my area I have found them. My wicks are 5" long with the glass holder. They do have some that are longer. The ones I buy are .99. I have made a lot of these for gifts. I like making fall ones. I've used Pottpouri, small pine cones, chunks of corn, fall leaves, small plastic gourds and rose hips. Then I tie homespun material arond the lid and add a rusty star, pumpkin, or heart with some rusty wire. Good Luck, Cheri...See MoreStella Song
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