Are you looking for a unique way to preserve the Swiss Chard from your garden or farmer’s market for the colder months? Canning Swiss Chard is a delicious and fun way to enjoy its rich flavor all year long!
Canning Swiss Chard is easy and doesn’t take too much time. Once you have your Swiss Chard all prepped and ready to go, it’s as simple as heating, boiling, and then packing in the jars. Here’s your step-by-step guide on how to can Swiss Chard at home.
Contents
Step 1: Prepare the Swiss Chard
Start by washing the Swiss Chard in cold water and pat dry with a towel. Trim off the stems and cut the leaves into small, even pieces.
Step 2: Heat and Boil
Fill a large pot with 1-inch of water, then bring to a boil. Place the prepared Swiss Chard in the boiling water and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Pack and Can
Once the Swiss Chard is cooked, place it in pre-sterilized jars. Make sure to leave an inch at the top of the jar for expansion. After that, evenly distribute 1 teaspoon of salt in each jar. Then, pour boiling water over the Swiss Chard until the top of the jars is covered. Place the lids and rings on each jar.
Step 4: Boil and Seal
Submerge the jars in a large pot of boiling water, making sure the water covers the lids by 2 inches. Boil the jars for 25 minutes. Once the time is up, use a jar-lifter to remove the jars and then place them on a cooling rack to seal.
Step 5: Check the Seal
Once the jars have cooled down completely, double-check the seal of each jar by pressing down in the center of the lid. If the lid does not move or create a popping sound, the jars have sealed correctly.
Canning Swiss Chard is a great way to enjoy the flavors of Switzerland all year-long! Plus, it’s an easy and affordable way to prepare one of Switzerland’s favorite vegetables. Now, all you need is a fondue kit and some good ole’ Swiss cheese to really have a taste of Switzerland in your kitchen!