Do You Reuse Your Canning Lids?
#62
I have on occasion reused lids for jelly. There were usually a few that did not "pop" so those were used first or given to friends for immediate use only.
If you are planning on long term storage (more than a month or so) I would make very sure the seal was secure.
If you are planning on long term storage (more than a month or so) I would make very sure the seal was secure.
#64
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Sierra Vista, AZ
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Never. Last year I purchased the re-usable plastic lids and rubber rings for canning. I am very happy with them. And I like the thought of not having to throw away the used lids. The initial cost is much more than the metal lids but the plastic ones will last a long time.
#65
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Martensdale, Iowa
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I have been canning now for 40 years and I always use new lids but I reuse the rims. I figure the lids can be bought without the rims for a couple of dollars. So a couple of dollars is worth it. Just to have the peace of mind that my canned food will be safe to eat.
#67
There are now reusable lids!
Never. Last year I purchased the re-usable plastic lids and rubber rings for canning. I am very happy with them. And I like the thought of not having to throw away the used lids. The initial cost is much more than the metal lids but the plastic ones will last a long time.
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