- 1). Fill a large stockpot with enough water to cover the canning jars. Bring the water to a boil on the stovetop over high heat.
- 2). Wash the canning jars with warm water and mild dish soap. Rinse the canning jars well after you wash them.
- 3). Place the lids, jars and rings into the boiling water with tongs. Add more water if the jars are not fully submerged.
- 4). Boil the canning jars, lids and screw rings for 10 minutes if you're less than 1,000 feet above sea level--the University of Missouri Extension recommends that if you're above 1,000 feet, add another minute for each 1,000 feet above sea level. Carefully remove them from the boiling water with the tongs.
- 5). Place the jars on a clean, dry towel.
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