The Amish came from Europe to America in the beginning of the 18th century.
The slow movement of a horse-drawn cart, with a man dressed in a black suit driving along a busy road filled with cars, is not that unusual in the Northeastern U.S. The Amish are a sect of Christians who live in tune with the land, disregarding technology and other parts of modern American life. Growing most of their own food, the Amish store a great deal of it through canning, using a similar technique to any other household - hot water processing. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Instructions
1. Cook the item to be canned in the large saucepan according to the recipe or until it is boiling.
2. Pour enough water in the pot so that it will cover the cans by one to two inches. Set it on the stove and turn the heat to high to bring it to a rolling boil.
3. Ladle the hot food in to the jars, leaving a 1-inch headspace or space between the top of the jar and the top of the foodstuff. Wipe away any drips on the rim using a clean, damp paper towel.
4. Place the lids on each can firmly. Screw the rims around them.
5. Place the hot jars in the boiling water, upright, using the tongs. Allow them to process for at least 15 minutes, or as the recipe instructs.
6. Remove the jars using the tongs to a heatproof, flat surface or cover your counter with a clean towel. Space the jars so they are not touching. Allow to cool completely and then store in a dry, dark and cool area, such as your pantry.
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