Not all food is created equal. Some food will not work for canning, but you can store almost anything in jars. The historic Mason jar offers plenty of options to use for yourself or to give as gifts.
1. Fruit Preserves
Among all available jams, jellies, marmalades and spreads, one stands above the rest. “Despite all the recipes on our website, strawberry jam remains by far the most popular,” said Emerie Brine, Bernardin’s Chef and Brand Manager. “It’s a classic.”
2. Pickles
A crispy cucumber is king of all the edibles – including cabbage, peppers, beans, asparagus, carrots, eggs and fish – that you can immerse in a tangy brine.
3. Condiments & Sauces
A variety of pasta sauces, barbecue sauces, relishes, salsas, antipasto and dipping sauces can compliment any meal.
4. Soups & Stews
For those days when you want a homemade meal in minutes, warm up prepared chicken soup, chili or beef stew.
5. Salads
Make this healthy lunch staple ahead of time in a variety of combinations, starting with the dressing and building ingredients up to the leafy greens at the top of the jar.
6. Desserts
Take the fuss out of desserts at summer barbecues. Add filling (apple pie, lemon curd, berries) and cream (whipped cream, custard, pudding) layers to a cake or crumb base. Top your jarred delights with grated chocolate, caramel sauce or candied garnish.
7. Mixes
Mix dry ingredients together for your own pancake, soup, cookie or hot chocolate mixes.
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