Dear Lisa: Thank you so much for your column on canning tomatoes. I have been canning vegetables from my garden for many years, and have always wondered why the instructions say to use a nonmetal ...

Why two-piece lids: Home canning uses a two-part lid to create an airtight seal, preventing air and bacteria from spoiling food. Safe canning rules: Sanitize jars, use new lids each time, and follow ...

Pack the food you're canning into hot, sterilized jars before placing them in the boiling water bath. Read home canning for beginners to learn how to can food throughout the year, including tips for ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...