Canning Kit - Beginner

[Muddy Dog]

Can someone suggest the minimum items needed for a beginner?

We want to start with something really simple like maybe apples or similar.

There are several "kits" for sale with multiple accessories, but not sure if most are needed.

We want to start off simple, but dont want to regret not including something that experienced people might know about.

Thanks

 

[jazzy]

when i started out this is what i got

a good book on how to can and its basics ***
a steel Pressure canner with gasket - i later upgraded to a steel on steel
jar lifter
magnet lid wand thing
kitchen timer
funnel for wide or reg jars
good jar opener -wrench thing
extra lids of both sizes and even got some of the re-usable tattler lids


i started canning simple like meals-in-a-jar type things such as my favorite stew, spaghetti sauce then later tried fruits, meats, veggies

ive done hot water bath but i just prefer pressure canning
its a real good skill to learn

later on i just started dehydrating most chop veg and fruits and canning meats, stews, sauces.

 

[Muddy Dog]

Maybe this book, idk??
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Gui...1mSIPImGa5aPOQSa7u9nfPs&qid=1730058003&sr=8-3

Other than obviously putting the jars under pressure, what can a pressure cooker do that cant be accomplished with an open pan?

 

[Neb]

Maybe this book, idk??
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Gui...1mSIPImGa5aPOQSa7u9nfPs&qid=1730058003&sr=8-3

Other than obviously putting the jars under pressure, what can a pressure cooker do that cant be accomplished with an open pan?

Temps above 212 degree F

Ben

 

[Tirediron]

Maybe this book, idk??
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Gui...1mSIPImGa5aPOQSa7u9nfPs&qid=1730058003&sr=8-3

Other than obviously putting the jars under pressure, what can a pressure cooker do that cant be accomplished with an open pan?

the pressure canner is capable of higher temperatures , due to pressure raising the boiling point of water, because at altitude the boiling point drops, and the chances of not getting hot enough to prevent spoilage

 

[Bacpacker]

Maybe this book, idk??
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Gui...1mSIPImGa5aPOQSa7u9nfPs&qid=1730058003&sr=8-3

Other than obviously putting the jars under pressure, what can a pressure cooker do that cant be accomplished with an open pan?

The BALL canning book is what my wife goes by like the Bible of canning

 

[Muddy Dog]

The BALL canning book is what my wife goes by like the Bible of canning

Any particular one?

I looked and there appears to be several different ones from Ball