Sometimes you'll get a jar that just won't seal but you can put two lids on there and then seal it, then just remove the top lid and put the ring on. I have the small handheld sealer and it works awesome and cost me 20 bucks about 2 years ago, they're a little more than that now. I got it on Amazon. Also if you have the canisters the handheld sealer will work on those too. When I'm canning flour, spices, cornmeal or something powdery like that, I put a cupcake paper liner in the mouth of the jar, above the flour, etc, to keep the dust from coming up and clogging the sealer. The little sealer works great and it takes up basically no space. Just tuck it away into a corner or put it in a drawer. God bless y'all Jude, from Kentucky ✝️🐴🇺🇸⚒️🇺🇸❣️

I have a FoodSaver with attachments also, but last week I purchased a handheld jar sealer on Amazon for $28. It's a game changer! No more dragging out the bigger machine. I save that for meats and dry goods. I discovered that vacuum sealing lettuce works as well. I wash it, spin and pat it as dry as possible, chop it into bite sized pieces and pack it into a wide mouth jar. Once sealed, it lasts quite awhile.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

9 ай бұрын

I bought it as well. Just be careful. I went back and checked the seal and most had popped open a month later.

@tmontero8492

4 ай бұрын

I bought one as well and LOVE it! I grow and dehydrate herbs and this sealer is perfect to keep them fresh -- and for keeping leftovers fresh in the fridge.

I save my undamaged canning lids for any sort of vacuum sealing. No need to use any new lids that way. I didn’t catch it, but if you didn't mention it... don't wash the fruit... especially berries. Wash them as you use them. They stay fresher that way too. Thanks for the video!

New to your site, Thank You for this info. I didn’t know I could seal fruit in jars. I like the idea of the small jars for fruit. Thanks for the info. 😀❤️🙏

Thank you for this excellent description of how to vacuum seal jars. You made it very understandable the process to go through with the vacuum sealer for jars. I’ve listened to other explanations, and they rely on people watching, but for someone blind like me, I needed more of a description of the how it’s done, and what’s happening in the process, and you did that quite well. so thank you for your demonstration. 15:29

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

Oh goodness. I’m so thankful my video was helpful. I’m a teacher by day so breaking things down into small steps comes easy to me. I hadn’t focused on what I was saying vs. what I was showing. I’m thankful I explained it where you found it helpful.

@kenr4709

4 ай бұрын

Yes, that was very helpful that you broke the steps down, I would have liked to hear just one time the process of extracting the air out of the jar for 30 seconds the entire time that way I could hear what it sounded like when it was finished. But otherwise, yes, you were very descriptive, thank you so much!

@backwoodsarkansas9155

3 ай бұрын

What I have found is the vacuum sealer will get higher pitched as it seals. Then it automatically will shut off when completed.

Wow, never knew this with fruit, how awesome, thank you! I can see this method extremly valuable if you like to make your own jam from harvestng from your own garden. As not all berries become ripe at the same time. This method wiil allow me to store my fruit as i continue to harvest for 2 more weeks and have a nice jam making day....yay!

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

3 ай бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful! Thanks for sharing.

Good idea. You mentioned plastic lids as an option once you open the jar. I save plastic lids from nut butters and these often fit canning jars as well.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Жыл бұрын

I LOVE this idea!!!! Thank you for sharing.

Thank you so much for sharing this video. This has become a game changer for me. No more purchasing berries and have them rot in 2 days! Saving me so much money and aggravation. Thanks again 😊

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

Awww. I’m glad! It really helps us to save food from going bad.

WOW…I didn’t know this. Sooooo many times I’ve purchased strawberries and within 2-3 days, they’ve gone bad. I will certainly try this!!! TYFS 💕🌸💕

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

You are VERY welcome!

I seal in any jar by using the Foodsaver canisters.

This technique works well also for mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, green beans and other items.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

GREAT ideas! Thanks for sharing!!

This is great i just bought a dehydrator and was looking for what i could do with it

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Ай бұрын

There is soooo much you can do with dried foods.

TySm lots of great information

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

12 сағат бұрын

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching.

Do you have the name of the jar opener or a link. I need that badly?

Thank you for the video. I use a vac sealer A LOT! I am curious why you put the rings on the jars. It's not needed if they are vac sealed.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

3 ай бұрын

I’m continually asked this: 1. If my jar is bumped, it’ll keep the lid on. 2. If I have a false seal, my product won’t go stale. 3. The pressure from the ring helps keep it sealed. 4. I have a MILLION rings. It’s easier to store them on jars.

So, I will put them in plastic jars (Mason jars) or other air tight jars

Do you have a link for the jar opener? I have one that came with my jar sealer attachments but it doesn't work well at all.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Yes! It is Kichwit Jar Opener for Weak Hands, Bottle Opener, Easy to Use (Red & Black) from Amazon. There are 3 types of openers for less than $10.

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I am new to your channel. I am going to get a vacuum sealer. Can you show how to open and reuse lids. I am new to all of this sorry if a dum question. Learning

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

3 ай бұрын

Well sure. I’ll add that to this Sunday’s video.

I have a food saver also with the jar adapter. How long would ground coffee keep in a vacuumed jar?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

2 ай бұрын

Not especially long. I’ve had it at a year and it was perfect. By year two it was starting to taste old.

Oh, But I have a small refridg and can't at this time untill we can move somewhere else.

Have you ever vaccum seal like onions, radishes, celery and carrot? to put in the refridge?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

2 ай бұрын

I do vacuum seal all those items. They’ll last longer. But it definitely needs to be refrigerated. Great question!

What a great idea! Have you tried vacuum sealing meat that you don't want to freeze because you'll be using it in a few days?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Жыл бұрын

Yes, but not in jars. We use the vacuum sealer itself and put in their clear bags.

@Wickedsugarspice

11 күн бұрын

Wow that’s a good idea

@Wickedsugarspice

11 күн бұрын

I need to update my vacuum sealer lol it’s just seals not vacuums however I just bought the electric jar Sealer but that’s doesn’t help with my meat . I’ll get there tho . .. Thank You for the info .

Could I use this for Hummus and other bean spreads?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

7 күн бұрын

It is recommended that you vacuum seal in bags and freeze to store hummus for up to 6 months. I personally have never eaten hummus so I haven’t gone beyond recommendations.

Could you put a link up for the wide and regular mouth attachments from Amazon please?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

5 ай бұрын

Sure! Upgrade Canning Sealer Kit for Mason Jars - Jar Sealer Set with Hoses Compatible with FoodSaver Vacuum Sealers - For Regular & Wide Mouth Jars (White) a.co/d/2nO7VyE

@djcozart2209

5 ай бұрын

@@JustDoSomethingHomestead Thank you so much! Going to order now and tomorrow I will purchase the 5200 at my Walmart! Thank you for your videos, too!

Can you use any plastic lids from other items

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

11 ай бұрын

To vacuum seal? No. To not remove the air you can definitely put any lid on it but it won’t have the benefits of vacuum sealing.

New to vacuum sealing - any risk of botulism with this method? I thought it grew in moist no-oxygen environments but assume the cold temp prevents it from growing - yet is it zero risk? My research either comes up inconclusive or that the fridge has to be kept BELOW 37.4 degrees F to prevent spores from growing, which is quite close to fridge temps and some people run their fridges hotter or they get hotter with introduction of hot foods that haven’t cooled down, etc. I know risk is minimal just wondering if you have any interesting research.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

3 ай бұрын

Well. In life there is nothing that has zero risk. We just ate out for the first time in months. We both got food poisoning. I got E. Coli. Sometimes when I can, the food doesn’t seal and goes bad. I vacuum seal and my crackers still go stale. I buy food and it makes us sick and gets recalled. So all I can say is to do what’s best for you. This is to extend the refrigerated life of fresh foods.

Love my foodsaver! One secret, tho, you don't have to vacuum seal them, just sort any questionable fruit, put it in GLASS jar and toss in the fridge. I have blueberries I've had for over a month that are still good. It also works for veggies like mushrooms. Thanks for the demo!

@nomanejane5766

21 күн бұрын

Fruit does not last a month without vacuum sealing or storing them in airtight containers with a paper towel or something.

I wonder if you have ever vacuumed seal bananas? and if you do, how long would they last? and Avocadoes

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

10 ай бұрын

The only bananas I have vacuum sealed I had dried and made into fruit powders. Those last years. I don’t know about fresh. We tend to eat them pretty quickly here. I’ve never bought an avocado. Maybe another commenter knows.

@gobarb26

5 ай бұрын

I tend to use my bags more than the jars for avocados. You have to be careful or they will get smashed. I usually cut them in half and take out the seed. Then I put them in a bag and seal them on light pressure. I think I will try to use a jar on my next avocado. @@JustDoSomethingHomestead

How long does the fruit last when vacuum sealed.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Ай бұрын

Each fruit is different. Typically twice what it normally would although grapes and strawberries last even longer.

Can the same method be done with peaches

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

8 ай бұрын

If you slice them they’ll turn brown. If you leave them whole, not many will fit. I’ve never tried it though.

Does it really stay fresh that long? my berries go bad in like 1 day.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

8 ай бұрын

It all depends how long they’ve been sitting on a grocery store shelf.

In your raspberry example, you opened it the next day to use some. If you don't vacuum it again wouldnt they go bad just as quickly? Does that make sense what i am asking? It seems like you would want to vacuum seal again after use? I am new to this. Thanks for the help

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

5 ай бұрын

I do re-vacuum in between uses. That’s why I use small containers. They don’t actually go bad. But they do collect moisture and clump. So to keep it powdered, you need to keep them sealed.

@lindas.8036

3 ай бұрын

What do you mean by "keep it powdered"?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

3 ай бұрын

@@lindas.8036 hmmmm. I thought I was answering about why reseal my dried raspberry powder. I’m sorry. I reseal all my fresh fruit each time I open the lid.

@lisander-lopez

2 ай бұрын

@@JustDoSomethingHomestead Ok but does your second previous answer still remain for FRESH fruit? "But they do collect moisture and clump" Does the texture of the fresh fruit change when re-vacuum sealing? (Great video BTW!)

I just did this but I added a bit of paper towel on the bottom. Seems to absorb water on the bottom

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Жыл бұрын

This is a GREAT tip! Thanks for sharing!!

@missysunshine2660

4 ай бұрын

I heard a tip that if you put the paper towel at the top of the jar and store upside down it makes it easier to change the towel if needed.

@melodyvoss4074

4 ай бұрын

@@missysunshine2660 thank you for the new tip. I have MS & fibromyalgia, so a lot of brain fog. I always try to make my life easier but dah moment not thinking this could be made even easier

Hope I do not sound silly but if for some reason the fruit is going to go bad before being eaten, can I just pop the jar in the freezer or should I open the seal and vacuum seal in a bag first?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

Жыл бұрын

That’s not silly at all. Personally I’d open the jar and freeze the fruit in a freezer bag. I’ve frozen in jars before and if it gets bumped or dropped the jars often shatter.

Great video. I need know name of your Foodsaver machine. Thanks

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

9 ай бұрын

Mine is the Foodsaver FM5200. It’s on sale right now on Amazon. I actually bought mine years ago at Walmart.

@webdarling

Ай бұрын

Her pictures are the exact machine i have. If it doesn't say Food Saver it's not the real thing

@beefstew4698

10 күн бұрын

@@JustDoSomethingHomesteadis the white thing you put on top of the jar called a bottle stopper?

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

10 күн бұрын

@@beefstew4698 nope. The name on it is FoodSaver Jar Sealer. But you can look up vacuum sealer attachments on Amazon.

@beefstew4698

10 күн бұрын

@@JustDoSomethingHomestead thank you!

I ordered the hand vacuum sealer on Amazon so I don’t have to get my food saver out.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 күн бұрын

I’ve learned that whatever works best for you is what’s most important. Thanks for watching!

@jude7321

4 сағат бұрын

@sherryrohde6861 I have one and I love it. It takes up no space and you can just tuck it in the drawer.

Was wondering 💭 if U've tried vacuum sealing watermelon chunks! 🤷‍♀️

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

I have not. But it would probably work well.

@jude7321

4 сағат бұрын

@donnagrifford I was just thinking the very same thing. I love watermelon and cantaloupe too.

Air is the enemy.

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

It sure is.

Wow 2 whole weeks yahoo. That's sarcasm

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

8 күн бұрын

Wow Great comment yahoo. That’s sarcasm.

is it possible to preserve yogurt or parfait in a mason jar? can someone advice me ? has anyone tried how much time do you think it could preserve? thanks in regards

@JustDoSomethingHomestead

4 ай бұрын

I’m honestly not sure. I’m hoping someone else can help you. Great question!