It’s not always easy to find the time or money for a pressure cooker, but luckily there is an alternative way to can green beans without one. In this article, we will show you how to do it using a simple boiling water bath.
Canning green beans without a pressure cooker are easy and do not require any special equipment. All you need is a large pot, some Mason jars, and a lid that fits snugly on the pot. The canning green beans without pressure cooker process are simple and only requires a few steps to follow.
The pre-steps and their importance of them:
First, gather all of your supplies and ingredients. Then follow these steps:
1) Sterilize your jars and lids by boiling them in hot water for 10 minutes.
2) Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the jars by 1-2 inches. Bring the water to a boil.
3) Pack the green beans into the sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
4) Pour hot boiling water over the green beans, filling each jar to within 1/4 inch of the top.
5) Remove air bubbles by running a knife around the inside edge of each jar.
6) Wipe off any spilled food or liquid from the outside of each jar with a clean cloth or paper towel.
7) Put on new lids and screw on rings until they are tight (but don’t overtighten).
8) Place jars in a boiling water bath and boil for 10 minutes.
The next steps:
- First, wash the beans and trim off the ends. Next, fill the pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the beans to the boiling water and let them cook for 3-5 minutes.
- After the beans have cooked, remove them from the pot with a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking process and keep them from getting overcooked.
- Once the beans are cooled, drain them and place them in the Mason jars. Fill the jars with boiling water, leaving 1 inch of headspace at the top of the jar.
- Next, add 1 teaspoon of canning salt to each jar and screw on the lids. Place the jars in the pot of boiling water, making sure that they are covered by at least 1 inch of water.
- Boil for 10 minutes to seal the jars. Remove from the pot with tongs and let cool before storing in a cool, dark place.
As you can see, the process of canning green beans without a pressure cooker is very straightforward. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy fresh green beans all year long! It is better to do this at home than in the store. Not only is this a cost-effective way of canning, but you will also have the satisfaction of knowing that you have maintained the utmost hygiene!
Conclusion:
Canning green beans without a pressure cooker is an easy way to preserve garden-fresh beans for the winter months when fresh produce is scarce. By following these simple steps, you can have delicious home-canned green beans all winter long!