A few questions about canning and pickling. Anyone?

Question by sodakians: A few questions about canning and pickling. Anyone?
I have several pounds of jalapenos that I would like to pickle. I found a couple instructional videos online as well as a few written recipes. My main question is about the pressure cooker. I have been told by some that as long as everything is well sterilized and the brine was brought to a proper boil, there is no need to use the cooker. Is this true? Also, the cooker I have is made for a gas stove. Mine is a flat range electric, so I don't dare use it. Are there any alternatives? The last question is about the recipes themselves. Most of them consist of white vinegar, water and sugar (herbs and garlic optional). I have also read that the sugar will "tame" the jalapenos. I do not want them to be "tamed". Is the sugar absolutely necessary in the process to preserve them, or is it for the taste?

Thanks in advance for anyone who can help. It's much appreciated!


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Answer by mtn.camping
I gave this recipe here to someone about 2 years ago and they loved it . Now you do not have to do them whole . You can slice them , just make sure you are wearing gloves when you do that . No do not use sugar unless you are making bread and butter jalapenos . You do not need a pressure cooker for any pickling . The combination of salt and vinegar in your brine when brought to the correct temperature will do what is necessary . I have never used an pressure cooker for pickling . Lets just say I do lot of pickling .

Pickled Jalapenos

1 1/2 lbs. jalapenos
1 quart white vinegar
12 cloves garlic
6 bay leaves
4 tbsp. kosher salt
1 tbsp. black peppercorns
Bring all ingredients to boil . Simmer over low about 15 min. and jalapenos are soft . Remove from heat and steep for 30 min. Discard bay leaves and pour into jars . Let cool to room temperature . The lids will pop when sealed .

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A few questions about canning and pickling. Anyone?

Question by sodakians: A few questions about canning and pickling. Anyone?
I have several pounds of jalapenos that I would like to pickle. I found a couple instructional videos online as well as a few written recipes. My main question is about the pressure cooker. I have been told by some that as long as everything is well sterilized and the brine was brought to a proper boil, there is no need to use the cooker. Is this true? Also, the cooker I have is made for a gas stove. Mine is a flat range electric, so I don't dare use it. Are there any alternatives? The last question is about the recipes themselves. Most of them consist of white vinegar, water and sugar (herbs and garlic optional). I have also read that the sugar will "tame" the jalapenos. I do not want them to be "tamed". Is the sugar absolutely necessary in the process to preserve them, or is it for the taste?

Thanks in advance for anyone who can help. It's much appreciated!


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Answer by Andrew S
How to Make Your Own Home Pickled Peppers (complete directions with photos)


Go to following link http://www.pickyourown.org/pepperspickled.htm

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What heat element to use for canning?

Question by Debbie H: What heat element to use for canning?
Hi, I started canning this year. I canned tomatoes, jellies, peaches, meats, etc. so I use both the bath and pressure cooker method. My problem is that I have a smooth top stove and I had to use a stock pot for a bath canner because of the flatter bottom. So I couldn't can only 5 qt per time. This took forever. I will be canning more this year so I need to find a different way. Suggestions have been to buy a cheap electric stove to put in the basement, a portable electric burner, one of those propane burners to go outside. I don't know what would be best as far as convenience and expense. But would like the best all around way. I might add that I have an attached garage, a basement, a porch outside my kitchen (not covered) with a plug and a porch out front (covered)with a plug. What would you suggest?


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Answer by oil field trash
I would think a used propane stove from a camping trailer might be a good choice. The propane gives you much more control over the heat and the size might be good for your use.

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Where can I find an electric pressure cooker that would be good for canning vegetables?

Question by Tyrone W: Where can I find an electric pressure cooker that would be good for canning vegetables?
In short, a regular pressure cooker is not an option for me because I have a ceramic cook top on my stove. I am hoping that there might be an electric pressure caner that would work for me.


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Answer by Mamour
You did not mention your location.
Sears has them or try the link below:
http://www.nextag.com/electric-pressure-cooker/stores-html

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Can you use an electric pressure cooker for canning?

Question by Erika B: Can you use an electric pressure cooker for canning?
Can you use an electric pressure cooker for canning? What size of a pressure cooker would I need for canning. I know they are big so canning would be the only thing I use it for. I don't know much about this so the more info the better.
Thank you.


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Answer by Emu
I don't think so. First a pressure cooker would only hold a couple of jars and...the pressure on most pressure cookers is 15pounds. Most canning needs to be done at either 5lb. of pressure or 10 lb.
The pressure canner has a regulator so you can determine the pounds of pressure. The pressure cooker only has the 15lb. pressure.

You can buy the pressure canners on ebay for a fairly reasonable price. I have a 12 qt. one which is quite small but I don't do a lot of canning. I think it holds 5 quart jars or 8 pint jars but I don't remember for sure.

I use mine a lot in the winter to make my own home made canned chili. I also make a canned apple filling to eat with pancakes. It is also good for canning chicken for a fast meal.

I also use my canner without the pressure to cold pack. I use this for tomatoes and fruit. I always make a lot of apple butter in the fall and can it.

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