George in the link I sent from the extension service they said to use a pressure canner. I guess that is just silly then since you are obviously alive well and haven't been sued! bsk ------------------------------------------- George Shirley wrote: > Place the jars in a boiling water > bath, ie bring water to cover jars by 2 inches to a boil, insert jars, boil > for 5 minutes, 10 minutes is even better. Get the jars out, let sit on a > folded towel on counter until totally cool to the touch. You will probably > hear the lids "ping" as they seal. I do about 20 or 30 pints a year to eat > and give > to friends. Another alternative, come by the house and I'll lay some on > you. ;-) > > George