How To Can Carrots?

Wash and peel the carrots

Trim the ends

Cut into slices, cubes, or leave small carrots whole

Sterilize canning jars, lids, and bands

Pack the carrots into hot jars, leaving 1 inch of headspace

Add boiling water or hot canning liquid, keeping 1 inch of headspace

Remove air bubbles

Wipe jar rims clean

Apply lids and bands fingertip-tight

Place jars in a pressure canner with the recommended amount of water

Process at the correct pressure for your altitude and jar size

Turn off heat and let pressure return to zero naturally

Wait 10 minutes before opening the canner lid

Remove jars and place them on a towel

Let jars cool undisturbed for 12 to 24 hours

Check seals

Remove bands, label jars, and store in a cool, dark place

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