8.11.2014

Why do I store my jar's without the twist ring

Removing the ring/twist portion of the top's of your canning jar that you preserved jams or food are in that is a great question.

So very important !

The picture to the left shows you a jar with the ring/twist on and with the ring/twist off.

I am going to tell you a few things I personally noticed when this is NOT done.

First and most important when you give any of your preserve's as a gift or for sale you "must" have removed the twist. Let the person know once they open the jar they can replace it. If you do not feel comfortable just tell them or add a small note to the jar.



I have gotten jar's with the twist on that had a chip of glass because the rim of the jar was knocked during travels/storage. This chipped small piece of the glass once the jar is opened could easily be released into the ingredients.





Second is that there could be some of the ingredients that stayed on the rim and the twist not removed keep it there and it spoiled.

Bacteria my friends not good! 


Always once your jar's have completely cooled remove the ring/twist from the jars and rinse the jars in warm soapy water to clean anything that may have been in the water-bath. Dry and store without the rim/twist.

Plus you will always have available rim/twist
Disclaimer: This is not an all inclusive recipe for making jam. You should have a basic knowledge and understanding of the canning process before proceeding. 
Please consult your local Center forHome Preservation for additional information and available classes.


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