Remove screw bands and check lid seals. A jar is sealed if the center of its lid is indented or concave. Wash, dry, label, and store sealed jars in a clean, cool, dark place. If a jar is unsealed, examine and replace it if defective, use a new lid, and reprocess as before. Wash screw bands and store separately.
Fillings are best if used within one year and safe as long as lids remain vacuum sealed.
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