How to Can Clams

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Pressure canning meats can seem intimidating but with the right equipment it's very simple, safe, and easy to do. Canning clams is a great way to store clams for years in a shelf stable form that is easy to incorporate into meals. In this video I can Gaper Clams but you can can any variety of clam. Learn more about canning clams here: nchfp.uga.edu/...
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[@michaelbalch9669]

Watched your video on canning clams, I’ve lived in the Bremerton area for 30 years and never knew I could can clams, I am a canner and will be canning them from here on out.

[@lunchbox5825]

Vinegar wipe is key with any meat. Learned that the hard way the first time I canned fish

[@brucetrout3482]

Very cool Tyler, we’re doing peaches next but would love to try some meats. Keep inspiring!

[@townsend96]

I like the change of content. Would love to see canned salmon.

[@spiltmilt]

Already done! ruclips.net/video/ofq2-_pe4is/видео.html

[@Kevin-ib3io]

Thanks for posting this! I haven't ventured into canning meat yet but I plan to. I've been a bit intimidated by it in the past, seeing how similar the process is to fruits and veggies helps!

[@johncole5297]

Never did any canning but may start. Thanks great job

[@jonathanhines6746]

Impressive canning inventory!

[@kisoia]

very informative, thanks!

[@osheaoutdoorspnw]

Great content...you're awesome.

[@ShenpaiWasTaken]

Super cool! I'd love to see you do this for salmon and such; even if the process is similar. :)

[@spiltmilt]

Already done! ruclips.net/video/ofq2-_pe4is/видео.html

[@robin8559]

Very Nice!!

[@andreasobuaculla9511]

if the clams are a bit tough will they soften abit?i'd love to try canning cockles or mussels

[@thomasstarr9142]

Question about the camp stove, do you find yourself having to babysit it towards the end of the canning process, or does it always hold steady at 11 lbs?
I frequently seem to get a bit of fluctuation, and don't want it to fall under pressure and have to start my time over again. Maybe my weight is wrong?

[@spiltmilt]

I don’t have that issue but I know some stoves will get ice build up in those hoses during long burns

[@taelonvandam1640]

This is a very random question but I’m fishing at Chelan falls right now and I think I see your kayak. If so it has been slow for us, I was wondering how you did.

[@spiltmilt]

I did terrible. One bite. It's been very slow this year. I talked to the fish checker. He checked 15 rods...0 fish.

[@tomcallea6549]

just asking... did you get 10 lbs from 2 limits? or did you have more people in your party? We just go for razor clams these days.
cheers,

[@spiltmilt]

Two people. Two days digging. We didn't quite get limits each day.

[@tomcallea6549]

Thank you. Very helpful.
cheers,

[@dangamblin1924]

Not sure if you answered this already but how long will the canned clams be good for?

[@spiltmilt]

We have eaten up to 3 years later with no issues

[@gregrm28]

How to pressure can minced lobster?

[@spiltmilt]

We don't have lobster in the PNW so I have no idea.

[@robertvaughn726]

Can you pressure can scallops the same way??????

[@spiltmilt]

Yes.

[@Chloe014]

Would lime juice make a big difference?

[@spiltmilt]

You can add lemon, lime, or vinegar to the canner water to keep the smell down.

[@Jarom.M]

Is there a reason you use the wide mouth half pints vs the small mouth ones?

[@spiltmilt]

Easier to pack meat in the wide mouth

[@dougivan100]

Did someone say tuna season?