If you like making your own condiments as I do, then you'll need to know how to sterilise your bottles and jars to keep your natural products from spoiling too soon.
Some notes to remember...
- Always allow the jars to cool before filling as a hot jar will cook whatever you put inside it.
- Never microwave jars with plastic (lids) or metal.
Microwave method
Rinse the jar and leave it a little wet. Microwave on high heat for 1 minute.
Oven method
Preheat the oven to 180C/350C/Gas 4. Stand the jars on a baking sheet, making sure
the jars don’t touch. Bake for 10
minutes. Remove carefully and allow to
cool.
Boiling
method
I don't use this method very often but it's good know in case you can't use the previous two methods. Place the jars in a large pot and cover with
boiling water. Boil for 10 minutes. Allow to dry completely and cool before filling.
Thanks for the tips Irini!
ReplyDeleteI've been interested in making jam now more than ever!
This will help!
Pleasure Arwa :)
DeleteFor some reason all I've ever done to sterilize kitchen items is boil them, I didn't consider the other methods. I'm pleased that I found your blog today thanks to your interview on My Life in a Pyramid, I love your blog's beautiful clean design and your recipes look great!
ReplyDeleteNever thought of using the microwave to steriilze jars! Thanks for that tip! I have learnt something new! I make a lot of compotes and preserves as well... they add lovely country charm to our kitchen and food! See why we get along Irini?!
ReplyDeleteYes! Thanks Chef and Steward. There's nothing like preserving the season's best produce in a jar :)
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