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07/06/2018 / By Zoey Sky
Mason jars, typically used when home canning produce, are versatile containers that can also store different kinds of food, such as grains or cereals. Some preppers even use these sturdy jars to store all sorts of odds and ends.
But what do you do if electricity runs out and you still need to seal Mason jars of food to prevent spoilage? (h/t to iSurvivalSkills.Blogspot.com.)
A vacuum sealing system can cost hundreds of dollars, but you don’t need to spend that much to keep your food sealed for emergency food storage. The video above details simple steps you need to follow to vacuum seal a Mason jar.
You can buy a FoodSaver wide-mouth jar sealer online for about $10, while a hand-held vacuum costs at least $30. Compared to a vacuum sealing system that costs at least $100 to $200, $40 is a steal. The good thing is that this method doesn’t require electricity or battery power of any kind.
Before you start sealing the jar with the vacuum pump, connect the hose to the jar sealer.
Tools:
Steps:
To open the jar, unscrew the Mason jar band. You will need a spoon to release the pressure in the jar. Simply wedge a the spoon under the lid to open the jar.
With this easy workaround, you can seal several Mason jars with food using a simple hand-held vacuum. Start using this tip today to fill your stockpile with preserved produce so you don’t starve if and when SHTF.
Aside from canning, here are 10 survival uses for a Mason jar:
You can read more articles about the other ways to use a mason jar at Foodsupply.news.
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