Canning jars, bottles, and mason jars

[Anonymous Modernist 7043]

I'm about to embark on my first set of recipes from Modernist Cuisine at Home. ”˜Pressure-Cooked Garlic Confit‚’ and ”˜Pressure-Caramalized Onions‚’ are among those recipes.

My question relates to canning jars. On page 33 there is a discussion on ”˜Pressure Cooking in Canning Jars‚’ and mentions mason jars specifically. Unfortunately I did not remember this as I purchased canning jars from the local kitchen supply store. I did not realise at the time that the ones I purchased were not mason jars; they do not have the separate sealing lid which fits inside the screw-top lid. The lid is all one piece.

Can these be used as canning jars for pressure cooking?

[Anonymous Modernist 10142]

Not all canning jars come with bands, and lids. Some have "regular" looking lids. However, you do need to ensure the jars are suitable for canning. "Any ol' jar" might be designed for jams and hot water baths.

Canning jars are designed to resist the super-heated environment in the pressure cooker without cracking or shattering.

Do your jars have a brand name?

Ciao,

L

[Anonymous Modernist 17537]

I like canning ginger syrup and various cocktail supplies. I've used mason jars of various dimensions for canning so far. One problem with mason jars is that it pouring liquids out is quite messy. What are some other canning container options for small volumes of liquid (about 8oz)?

Can "air-tight" glass bottles like the following be used in canning?

http://www.crateandbarrel.com/airtight-glass-bottle/s216669

[Anonymous Modernist 15817]

I would think there might be an issue with the seal I would also check the material for the gasket.

[Anonymous Modernist 18279]

i've had good luck doing the garlic confit just using a leftover jar (ortiz tuna to be precise). i just put the lid on loosely without screwing it down. the main purpose of the lid is to keep water from splashing or dripping into the confit. I've used the same set up for pressured cooked fats (beef/chicken).