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How to can asparagus without a pressure canner
Sterilize the jars and keep them warm.
Either run three clean pint jars through the dishwasher or boil the jars for 10 minutes. If you choose to boil them, fill a large pot with water.

OPT: -Once you've sterilized the jars in the pot, turn off the water, so the jars stay warm. If you use the dishwasher to sterilize the jars, use them as soon as they're done and while they're still hot. -Bring to boil the jars, turning them as necessary to keep them from overcooking. Brown jars should keep for 10 minutes before you place them into the pan. -When the water reaches a boil, turn off the heat and allow it to steep in the pot for a few minutes. Be aware that however you sterilize them, you'll want to check them frequently to ensure that they are very fresh. -Next, place the jars and lids in the large pot or molds with half of them still inside. Allow the jars to sit for 40 to 60 minutes so that the centers of the top and back of the lids are cool to the touch.
Once you've sterilized the jars in the pot, turn off the water, so the jars stay warm. If you use the dishwasher to sterilize the jars, use them as soon as they're done and while they're still hot.