The Best Canning Supplies for Beginners

Interested in canning but not sure what supplies and equipment you’ll need? Here’s my list of the best basic canning supplies that’ll have you canning in no time!

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I was lucky enough to grow up in a family where the art of canning was passed from one generation to the next. Even as a young girl, every summer and fall I helped my mom can and freeze hundreds of quarts of fruits and vegetables. Learn more

That’s why I compiled this list of my favorite basic canning supplies.

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And while initially, it might feel like you are buying a lot of things, after the initial investment, you are pretty much set to go! Learn more

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Canning Jars

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Canning Lids and Bands

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The Best Canning Supplies for Beginners

Interested in canning but not sure what supplies and equipment you’ll need? Here’s my list of the best basic canning supplies that’ll have you canning in no time!

That’s why I compiled this list of my favorite basic canning supplies.

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Canning Jars

Canning Lids and Bands

Canning lids are a thin metal lid with a rubber seal that goes on top of the jar and ends up sealing the jars once canned.

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