Canning 101 Class: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in New Castle County

About this event

Introduction to Home Food Preservation: Canning 101 Canning is a safe and effective method of preserving your garden's bounty when research-based techniques are followed. This introductory, 2-hour class is designed for beginners and will cover the fundamentals of water bath and pressure cooker canning. Participants will learn about the essential equipment, proper jar preparation, current food safety recommendations, processing procedures, and best practices for preserving. Participants are encouraged to bring their pressure canner gauge for a complimentary accuracy check during the program. Registration costs $20. All attendees must register in advance. Registration closes 5 days prior to class date. Also available for purchase is the book "So Easy to Preserve". The cost is $40.00. The book is not neccessary for class participation; it's just a little extra item we are offering to the community. Please direct any questions to Jen Jones at jbjones@udel.edu. "This institution is an equal opportunity provider.” "If you need a reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Jen Jones at JBJones@udel.edu or 302-856-7303. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made at least two weeks prior to the event."