Several years ago we started buying pure maple syrup from a Mennonite family that tapped their own trees. We would buy it in pints and would purchase enough to last for a year. One year we went to make our yearly purchase and they were out of pints and only had it in gallons. The lady of the house told me I could can it and proceeded to tell me how.
When I got home I consulted my canning books and searched online
for further instructions. I combined the instructions I got from the
Mennonite lady with what I found in my research ... and here's how
I can maple syrup ...
Empty the maple syrup into a pot. Heat the syrup slowly until it reaches 180 degrees. Stir occasionally. Do not let it boil or stick to the pan. I attached a candy thermometer on the side of the pot so I could watch the temperature.
While the syrup is heating I wash and sterilize the jars.
I also prepare the lids and rings.
I also prepare the lids and rings.
When the syrup reaches 180 degrees I fill each
jar with the hot syrup, put a lid on each and screw on the ring.
The jars are hot and the syrup is hot so be careful when filling and capping the jars.
The jars will seal as they cool. No further processing is needed.
This maple syrup will last for years. I am currently using some that has been on my pantry shelf for 3 years and it is still good.
The jars are hot and the syrup is hot so be careful when filling and capping the jars.
The jars will seal as they cool. No further processing is needed.
This maple syrup will last for years. I am currently using some that has been on my pantry shelf for 3 years and it is still good.
patsi
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I first learned about canning maple syrup from your previous post, Patsi,and am grateful you shared that information with us. I was able to purchase a gallon on our trip to an Amish village last summer and came home and canned the whole thing. What peace of mind knowing that it won't spoil and we won't waste the food or money. Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteShani
Hi Patsy; I never thought of canning maple syrup, good idea. This fall I hope to go to Amish country and will look into buying some maple syrup. Have a great day, Hugs Nana
ReplyDeleteHello Patsy,
ReplyDeleteI have recently learnt that I can buy raw honey from a local man in the small country town we moved to a few months ago. He sells in 2L plus containers.
Would it be possible to can honey the same way you did the maple syrup?
Rhiannon, raw honey does NOT need to be canned or preserved. It will keep for years on the shelf.
Deleteaaww thankyou so much Patsy, that is fantastic to know :)
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