MrsMoose Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Several years ago I decided it was time to learn to can. My husband headed off to the hardware store and bought me a nice, big canner. Then we learned that we shouldn't can on our solid burner stove. Maybe I could have tried anyway, but I was already nervous enough about learning to can that the extra fear of inadequate heat was enough to scare me off. My parents asked to use my canner that Fall and it worked great for them. They returned it last Fall, minus the box, instruction book and part of the gauge. Since I have no book or box, can someone help me learn more about my canner based on the information on the bottom of it? I want to find a manual (if possible) and get whatever kind of gauge-thing is best, since I have to buy new anyway. I will have my Extension office do a check on it before I use it. The handles say "MIRRO". There is a red button on top (pressure release doohickey, I'm guessing). Inside are two racks and one of the ... weights? ... in a half-circle shape. I think there are supposed to be two. The bottom says: MIRRO 92022 22 QT. (20.8 liters) (blah, blah) (UL Listing blah, blah) Made in Brazil Any help would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment
sassenach Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 MrsMoose. I just looked on the pressurecanner site I got my Presto from and evidently neither the 12 or 22 qt Mirro canner was able to really can 7qts at a time..... so I got the 800 number for you to call Mirro about yours. 800-527-7727 Link to comment
Cat Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 WOO-HOO!!! I found an online manual for it!!!! Online Mirro Canners Instruction Manual & Recipe Book (Be sure to print this out!) Model #92022 parts (just one source... there are more!) Site #1 Someone's review - Epinions review on Mirro 92022 Link to comment
sassenach Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I am home inbetween getting more canning jars. I am getting a wagon! Its the only way to buy more than three cases at a time when on foot! I consider this light weightlifting and walking, so putting in two miles for today on the getting fit thread too! My real question is about that mirro canner, can it can quarts? Is it tall enough? I figure you will have lots of questions for the Mirro folks, so that might be a good practical one! I sure hope so! Maybe it can only can 6 at a time? Link to comment
Violet Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 You do not need to get a Mirro canner checked at the ext. office. It is a weighted gauge canner and does not have a dial to be checked. As long as it will hold at least 4 quart sized jars it is fine for canning. Then it is a canner, not a cooker. You just need to get the right weights for yours. I know Mirro has several different types, based on your model. You really don't need their manual . It may tell you wrong, anyway. Be sure to use 2-3 inches of water in the canner before you put the jars in. It is NOT 2 quarts as some manuals say. They can boil dry if you use that amount. I can help you with most anything if you need help, so ask away ! Glad to help. Not sure about your stove, check with the manufacturer. Link to comment
MrsMoose Posted February 6, 2009 Author Share Posted February 6, 2009 Thanks for the links and all the input. I'll get another gauge for $10 or so and then I'm sure I'll need some hand-holding when I dive in. There was a stove in this house when we moved in, so we donated the solid burner stove. The only thing it had going for it was no drip pans to clean. Any suggestions on what I should try canning first? Is meat terribly difficult? I could try burger or some other form of beef. Link to comment
WormGuy Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 To me the easiest meat to can is chicken with the bones. I skin the meat, cut off any excess fat, wash it, and put it in the jars. Follow the instructions for canning chicken, and it's done!! Here is a good source for you: http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/ To me it has a totally diferent taste and I love it. It can be used in a lot of different ways also. Good luck and let us know how you do. "Wormie" John Link to comment
Canned Nerd Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Any single item food is fun to start your pressure canning experience with, whether it is meat or vegetables. Chicken, as stated, is fun to do and you can take advantage of store specials. I love doing baby carrots, potatoes, beets, dried beans, and even mushrooms. You will have fun with your canner. Link to comment
Violet Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 I suggest canning whatever you have on hand. Dried beans, carrots, whatever you have. They are all just as easy as one another, just takes different times to prep the food and processing times will be different. Have fun ! Link to comment
Crazy4Canning Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Be sure you get yourself the latest Ball Blue Book. This is a wonderful item to have on hand! Do let us know how it goes! Link to comment
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