16 Steps to Canning Apple Butter

Step 16, Let Jars Cool

Remove jars from your canner and place jars on the newspaper to cool. Do not tighten lids at this time.The jars will wait and cool until the next day. Then we will remove the ring and wash the jars in warm soapy water. We mark the lid with the year and store in a dark cool place without a ring. If rings are left on they often corrode and make it difficult to open. Also you will need the rings for the next canning job. When we open the jar it we will put a ring back on if not all used.