Safety of canned jams - Ask Extension
Can you tell me how long home-canned jams and jellies are safe to eat? I found some jams in the back of pantry shelf that I made in 2020. The color ...
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Asked December 07, 2024, 10:32 PM EST
Can you tell me how long home-canned jams and jellies are safe to eat? I found some jams in the back of pantry shelf that I made in 2020. The color looks good, and the lids are intact (no bulging). Is it still OK to use them?
Thank you,
Julia Gies
Washington County Oregon
Expert Response
Safety wise your jam will be safe to eat. As long as it is sealed and no mold you are safe to enjoy.
Jam with high sugar will keep quality longer than the low sugar variety but it not a safety issue unless you notice spoilage. Also jams stored in a cool dark location will maintain their quality better than stored where it is warmer. Sounds like yours will be fine.
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Nellie Oehler
Jam with high sugar will keep quality longer than the low sugar variety but it not a safety issue unless you notice spoilage. Also jams stored in a cool dark location will maintain their quality better than stored where it is warmer. Sounds like yours will be fine.
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Nellie Oehler
Thank you, Nellie
Julia Gies
On Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:45:26 PM PST, Ask Extension wrote:
You are welcome. Happy Holidays
Nellie
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