12 Steps to Canning Corn

Step 10, Pressure Cooking

I always chuckle we use our pressure cooker. The label on the pressure gauge, sealed behind the glass of the gauge says, "Read Instructions before using." Good advice! Put about 2 inches of water in the canner, fill cooker with jars, set lid and seal top of cooker. Apply heat until steam comes out the vent in a steady stream. At that point put the weighted cap on and start your timing. When the pressure reaches 10 pounds reduce heat to keep it at 10 pounds. You will have to adjust the pressure at altitudes above 1000 feet. Always make sure you have the rack on the bottom so the jars do not sit directly on the bottom of the pan. All of the warning signs sometimes scare people. The company is trying to protect themselves against lawsuits by people who don't follow instructions.