Green Beans

Canning homegrown green beans is a great way to preserve this nutritious vegetable and enjoy it all year round. Green beans are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, fiber, and other important nutrients. By canning your own green beans, you can ensure that they are free from any artificial preservatives or additives that can be found in store-bought canned green beans. Plus, home-canned green beans have a fresh taste and texture that is superior to canned green beans that have been sitting on a shelf for months. Canning your own green beans can also be a cost-effective way to make the most of your home garden harvest and reduce food waste.

 Overall, canning your own green beans is a great way to enjoy the taste and health benefits of fresh green beans all year round.

Instructions:

1. Wash your green beans thoroughly and trim off the stem ends.
2. Blanch the green beans by boiling them in a large pot of water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transferring them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
3. Pack the green beans tightly into clean, hot canning jars, leaving 1 inch of headspace at the top.
4. Add 1/2 teaspoon of canning salt to each pint jar, or 1 teaspoon of canning salt to each quart jar.
5. Fill the jars with hot water, leaving 1 inch of headspace.
6. Remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the jars or using a utensil to remove trapped air.
7. Wipe the jar rims with a clean towel and place the lids and bands on the jars.
8. Place the jars in a pressure canner filled with water, following the manufacturer's instructions for your specific canner.
9. Process the jars at 10 pounds of pressure for 20 minutes for pint jars or 25 minutes for quart jars.
10. After processing, turn off the heat and allow the canner to cool down naturally. Once the canner has depressurized and cooled, remove the jars using a jar lifter and place them on a clean towel to cool and seal.
11. Check the jars for proper sealing by pressing down on the center of each lid. If the lid does not move, it is properly sealed. Any unsealed jars should be refrigerated and used within a few days.
12. Store your canned green beans in a cool, dark place for up to one year.

Enjoy your home-canned green beans in a variety of dishes, or as a healthy and convenient snack!