Home canning

Hello there! Today we're going to talk about home canning. Home canning is a way to preserve food by putting it into jars and sealing them up really tight so that air can’t get in. It's kind of like making your own little time portal for your food!

When you can food at home, first you need to make sure your jars and equipment are clean so there are no germs. Then you cut up your fruits or veggies into small pieces and put them in the jars. You can also mix different ingredients together to make some delicious jams or relishes!

Once you have your fruits or veggies in the jar, it’s time to seal them up. This means putting a lid on the jar and making sure it’s really, really tight so no air can get in. After that, you put your jars in a big pot of boiling water. This is called processing.

Processing is important because it helps kill any bacteria that could spoil your food. After the jars have boiled for a while, they’re taken out of the water and left to cool. During cooling, the jar lids will suck inwards and create a vacuum seal so air can’t get in. This helps make sure everything stays fresh for a long time.

And voila! You're now a home canning expert. Just remember to always wash your hands and equipment before you start and make sure your jars are sealed really tight. Happy canning!