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How to Tell If a Canning Jar is Sealed

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New to canning, and not sure if your jars have sealed properly?

A Jar is Sealed If:

  • the lid dips down in the center
  • you can press down on the center of the lid, and it doesn't give
  • you tap on the lid with a spoon and it makes a high-pitched ringing sound
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