Canning 101 with Chef Afton

Think you can't can? Think again!

Learn the essentials of safe and successful home canning with Chef Afton. In this practical course, you’ll master boiling water bath canning while creating homemade raspberry jam and classic dill pickles—giving you the skills to preserve fresh flavors and enjoy them for months to come.

Total Course Runtime: 1 hour, 4 minutes

Lesson 1: Introduction & Canning Equipment
Get familiar with the essential tools and equipment used in home canning. Chef Afton walks through the purpose of each item and how to use them safely and effectively.
Runtime: 12 minutes

Lesson 2: Canning Science & Safety
Understand the key principles behind safe food preservation. This lesson explores the critical roles of acid, temperature, and oxygen in successful boiling water bath canning.
Runtime: 9 minutes

Lesson 3: Small Batch Raspberry Jam
Learn how to make and preserve a delicious small-batch raspberry jam so you can enjoy the flavor of fresh berries long after the season ends.
Runtime: 22 minutes

Lesson 4: Pickling – Dill Pickle Spears
Discover how to transform fresh cucumbers into crisp, tangy dill pickle spears using traditional pickling and canning techniques.
Runtime: 19 minutes

Lesson 5: Bonus – Quick Pickling & Course Review
Explore the simple technique of quick pickling and review the key concepts covered throughout the course.
Runtime: 2 minutes

Total Course Runtime: 1 hour, 4 minutes