How to Can

Tomatoes

Fresh Tomatoes

When you have a garden full of ripe tomatoes, canning them to preserve them and use all winter is a good idea!

Blanch tomatoes by boiling in hot water for a few quick minutes.

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Immediately plunge tomatoes into ice water. Peel skins off tomatoes.

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Quarter and remove core from tomatoes.

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Place in clean, sterilized canning jars along with lemon juice.

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Fill with boiling water. Wipe rims and add canning lids.

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Add canning lids and screw caps. Place in a hot water bath and process.

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Cans are processed in water bath for 45-60 minutes. Time depends on size of jars and your altitude. 

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Once jars have fully cooled, check seal and store in pantry. 

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Read all directions and safety tips and my full recipe at  Beyond the Chicken Coop