16 Steps to Canning Peaches

Step 3, Bring Lids to a Boil

We boil the lids before we use them. Before this step pick out fruit that are ripe enough to use. Set the others aside for the next days canning. Fill the Steam Canner with 6 to 8 cups of water and put on the stove to heat. Because the canner is aluminum we suggest putting 1 to 2 tablespoons of vinegar to the water to prevent darkening of the pan. Prepare the syrup. We like medium syrup, 1 part sugar to 2 parts water. You do not have to use any sugar but the sugar will helps to preserve color, flavor and texture. Light syrup is 1 part sugar to 4 parts water. Keep the syrup warm.