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Old 08-26-2012, 11:40 AM
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mjhaess
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Originally Posted by CindyA View Post
We had always reused the lids if they were in good shape and the seal looked good. My (frugal) friend returned some jars without the lids. When I asked her about it she said she had always used new ones every time she canned. Do you reuse your lids or get new every time? I just hate throwing away lids that look brand new!

I found a great catalog for supplies: www.KitchenKrafts.com I've placed one order and was happy with the quality of product. It's so hard to find what I need in stores around here. Also, I'm usually too late in the season deciding what I'll need and places are sold out.

My house already smells like a pickle factory today! I'm trying the Company Best Pickle recipe out of my Better Homes and Gardens canning book. Love that little book.

Never, Never, Never.....This is a very dangerous. Lid inserts are designed to be used once and threw away. I have been home canning for 50 years and never do I use my inserts over. Ball and other lid makers tell you to use just once.
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