The Science of Canning

Mason jars filled with various vegetables.

Canning is a tried-and-true method of preserving and storing vegetables and fruit you grew in your garden. It’s also a great for storing meats. In this episode of Year-Round Gardening, we’ll show you some of the basics of what exactly is happening when you can your food.

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