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NDSU Extension shares tested, research-based food preservation methods so the home preserver can be confident in the safety and quality of the product they preserve. Explore our resources for step-by-step procedures, best practices and even information to troubleshoot problems if your product does not turn out.

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Food Preservation Publications

Home Canning Low-acid Vegetables

The method used for canning a product is determined primarily by the acidity of the food or mixture of foods being canned. Low-acid foods must be processed in a pressure canner to be free of botulism risks.

Home Canning Meat: Poultry, Red Meats, Game and Seafood

Poultry, red meats, game and seafoods are low-acid foods and must be processed in a pressure canner to assure their safety. Use the processing time and pressure that is specified for each type of product.

Jar It Right! Choosing and Using Canning Jars

Jerky Making: Producing a Traditional Food With Modern Processes

Jerky is a nutrient-dense, convenient and shelf-stable meat product that has grown in popularity world wide. Derived from the Spanish word “charqui,” which describes dried meat strips, jerky may be produced using a combination of curing,…

Make Your Own Home-canned Condiments

This handout provides a collection of research-tested condiment recipes, including barbecue sauce, ketchup, taco sauce, pickle relish and pepper rings.

Oops! Remaking Jams and Jellies

Fruit gels require the exact right amount of fruit, pectin, acid, and sugar for a firm gel to form. Imprecise measuring, too-ripe fruit, or failure to use the right type (or amount) of pectin can all contribute to too-soft or syrupy jam or…

Pinchin’ Pennie$ in the Kitchen: Tips and Recipes for Preparing Goose

Using game birds in your menus adds variety to your diet. Consider these tips as you expand your menu options to include game birds such as goose.

Play it Safe! Safe Changes and Substitutions to Tested Canning Recipes

The safety of the food that you preserve for your family and friends is important. You can make some changes and substitutions to research-tested recipes while still protecting your family by following a few simple rules.

Put a Lid On It! Best Practices for Using Closures for Home-based Canning

Research-tested canning recipes recommend metal two-piece closures for home-based canning. Two-piece lids are sold to fit regular and wide-mouth glass canning jars and are made up of a flat metal lid and a metal screw band. The lid…

Questions and Answers About Using a Boiling Water-bath Canner

Water-bath canning is a method of preserving high-acid foods. Fresh foods contain a high percentage of water, which makes them very perishable. High-acid foods can be preserved safely when they reach temperatures provided by a boiling…
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