Mason Jars in the Freezer | Can They Handle the Cold?

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Let's call this myth busters of homesteading. I am not sure where the thought process originated which says you can not freeze products in Mason Jars, but it's completely false. I have been freezing safely in Mason jars for years and never had a single jar break. Watch this guide for tips on how to safely freeze in glass jars.
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@1870s Жыл бұрын

@jensdailylife4656 Жыл бұрын

It’s even right on the box packaging freezer safe 🤷‍♀️

@Karen-sv9yn Жыл бұрын

Do you use the same jars for heat canning or do you keep them separate

@susanhopkins3324 Жыл бұрын

I like to store chopped onions this way, no onion odor in freezer.

@TheSwissy4me Жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea!

@cynthiafisher9907 Жыл бұрын

Good idea!

@sheilaimhof7915 Жыл бұрын

I need to try this for onions! Great idea

@NYNY-900 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Susan! Great tip!

@pink071602 Жыл бұрын

I never thought to do this. Thanks for the great idea.

@threadlovert1393 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always froze food in my Mason jars. I learned that from my mom. She did it for over 50 years. She even placed seeds that she was going to plant next year in jars and placed those in the freezer. She passed away last year on Mother’s Day. Dad passed a few months later. I still miss them both. They’d be happy to see I’m still canning, planting and most likely they’d be interested that I’m now freeze drying. I never heard that myth that you could not freeze items in jars. I wonder how that started?

@suemagyari2992 Жыл бұрын

If a person tends to knock the frozen jars into something they can get breakage.The easy fix for this is to use sox or sleeves that have holes and cannot be used for clothing anymore. Just slide the sock or sleeve over the jar so that any hard knocks get absorbed by the fabric. Works great.

@gardengrowinmawmaw8642 Жыл бұрын

Pull an old sock up over those jars, and they will be further protected from breaking when bumped.

@k.p.1139 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE freezing in my jars! Been doing it for years. For us, it's part of our storm prep! I make coffee, fill some jars and in the freezer! That way, I have coffee 😁😁AND, if the power goes out, it's free ice to help keep stuff frozen. Also, having leftovers frozen, works the same. Meals already done, thaw heat and serve. You can set thawed jars right into water, and boil it to heat the leftovers..No pots to clean.

@Greens5511 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness, that's a great tip on heating it up in boiling water 👍👍 I never thought about that!

@brianczuhai8909 Жыл бұрын

Can you pull the top off and nuke it in the microwave frozen? I can with my plasticware or pop it into a bowl to do so, since it doesn't have shoulders like a glass jar might.

@Greens5511 Жыл бұрын

I do freeze in jars for many years, but I have had my share of breakage. It's a learning curve, on staying well below that line that won't b there is older jars. I personally won't use regular lid sized jars they will break easier especially with liquids. Also I always refrigerate the contents overnight before putting them in the freezer.

@AzaleaBee Жыл бұрын

I am the same. I freeze in wide mouth mason jars that have no neck, cool in the refrigerator first (also great for removing a film of fat off stock), and I do not use my older more antique jars for freezing.

@katel9378 Жыл бұрын

I always freeze in jars. The only thing I do is leave the lid off overnight. That way if something expands too far, I won't damage the jar. That said, I do take care watching the fill line. Once it's frozen I put the lids on. Probably not the way to do it, but it has worked for me. I was paranoid in the beginning. My method started because of that.

@Nancy-zk9dj Жыл бұрын

I've done that too!

@thestickerfarm1254 Жыл бұрын

That’s how I do it also. Freeze without lid, then put lid on.

@bevwilson982 Жыл бұрын

I freeze with the lid on, but loose. Then I tighten it the next day

@laurenrzempoluch2569 2 ай бұрын

I've heard that's actually the perfect way to do it

@MaryBornforHealth Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rachel. One thing I do now is put a ring of parchment paper on top of what I am going to freeze in the jar because I've found it prevents freezer burn. Crystals form on the top of liquids as it freezes and these can sometimes get freezer burn and affect the flavor of what it is you are freezing. I simply put the lid on top of wax paper or parchment paper and draw a circle; then when I am cutting, I cut inside of the circle I drew.

@thatlittlehomestead Жыл бұрын

This is great. Thank you for sharing❤️ I started freezing whole organic milk that my husband and I get at Costco because we could not finish the 2 gallons by exp.. It’s $11.99 for 2 gallons so the price is great! It started with excess I would freeze but now in order to not have to go to Costco as often we buy 4 gallons at once and I put it into wide mouth quart jars to freeze. I fill to about an inch from the curve then I let that freeze over 24 hours. I save some extra of the milk for “ topping off”. The following day I pull all the jars out and top them off, after freezing I put a plastic lid on each jar. I keep 2-3 quarts at a time in the fridge and as we use them I just add another jar into the fridge to defrost. It tastes after shaking nearly exactly like fresh milk. It also saves a lot of money and prevents waste.

@valeriejohnston6574 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know you could freeze oil. Thanks Rachel! ❤

@texasshire760 Жыл бұрын

Me either. I’d love to hear more about that…

@Nancy-zk9dj Жыл бұрын

Yes, I never thought of doing that either. I've seen herbs chopped up and frozen in ice cube trays filled with oil, just never thought to freeze the oil. This helps a lot!

@buckonono7996 Жыл бұрын

In addition to wet types of foods, we also freeze things like Chex Party Mix and Puppy Chow in glass jars. They stay fresh and it helps to make in advance of the holidays. I think freezing in glass is really the way to go. No warped container, no stains or odors. We use any type of glass jar but I go for the non canning jars first. You never know when a good deal will turn up and you might need the canning jars for that.

@magsstewart5488 Жыл бұрын

Yanno, I’ve never heard to not freeze in jars, but it’s honestly never in my life occurred to me to do so! I have tons of store jars/lids that I was just about to clear out, too. I don’t know why you posted this video today, but you just made my day!

@oceangolf3076 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information. Without knowing I recently froze quarts of pea soup and chicken noodle soup. I didn’t realize there was a mark so I will look for it in the future. I stayed an inch down and haven’t have any problems so far. New at canning and preserving so it’s nice to receive confirmation that I’m doing the right thing

@franwilson9324 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rachel. In all my 50+ years of freezing in jars, I’ve only every had one break. It was totally my error, a regular mouth jar that I overfilled. I was probably in a hurry and not being careful enough. I appreciate you sharing your experience and wisdom!

@elliev3593 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad you made this video. I started using canning jars for freezing soups a few years ago and recently started hearing folks say that was a no no. What I do before putting the jars in the freezer, I put the jars in the fridge overnight, then move them into the freezer the next day. That’s worked out really well.

@kathysoltys3104 Жыл бұрын

Yes. I found that to be my downfall with broken jars too.

@heatherrue2655 Жыл бұрын

When a jar doesn’t seal, in the freezer it goes ❤

@n3rdygrl Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this! I've always been amazed when anyone looks in my freezer and gets upset when they see things frozen in jars. Less is more when you're freezing liquid no matter what container you use. They can all "explode" in the freezer if you overfill.

@hopeup2792 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing about other empty store jars. I had to check because I didn’t have any freezer bags for let over stew… this will save me money on using some of those in the future for some items. Thanks again for your effort to share.

@wendyrotchstein98 Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the information and I did do some research at the Ball website and the National Center for Food Preservation, yes you can freeze in Mason jars but they do caution against using store bought jars. I'll just be safe and use my freezer safe Pyrex dishes with the silicone lids. They stack better in a freezer.

@mrsaguas524 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Miss Rachel for this video. And you’re so pretty!!!!!

@lannettewilson9553 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sooooo much. I beleived the myth for yrs. I cant tell you how much broth i have tossed. Thank you.

@littleearth-steading3673 Жыл бұрын

I feel like this is inspirining a canned freezer pantry challenge?? Loved the video and thank you for your advice!!

@Famcke Жыл бұрын

❣ - MUST WATCH VIDEO!!! Great info! Thank you for sharing 💐 💙🙏🇺🇸

@CherylAnderson0 Жыл бұрын

I have used canning jars to freeze in mostly when I didn’t have anything else at the time. Currently I have about 4 gallons citrus juice frozen I didn’t want to can because heat changes the taste a bit and frozen thaws tasting perfectly fresh. One thing I do you didn’t mention (besides leaving extra headspace for expansion) is freeze with the lids loose then after it’s frozen solid then tighten the lids tight. It’s just how I’ve always done it thinking then there’s no pressure in the jar when the liquid expands. I’ve not had any break either and it’s not something I like to do using my canning jars that way nor do it unless I really need to but it certainly works well.

@cherokee8647 Жыл бұрын

Good video....thank you! Glad to know about store bought jars Too. 👍👍👍👍

@hollynelson543 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rachel ❤

@billierichter1379 Жыл бұрын

Your hair looks beautiful!

@charlenegrady8781 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rachel. I have never froze anything in my jars but now after seeing this video I’m not afraid to try. Thanks again❤️🇺🇸

@whitecreekhomestead6277 Жыл бұрын

I agree! Thanks Rachel!

@michelewilliams6241 Жыл бұрын

I get so excited when I see you post a new video!

@rachelmick4051 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the education, Rachel!

@liancabastian6732 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you did this video. Thank you, Rachel ❤

@merrilynhurd850 Жыл бұрын

Great news. Thank you so much.

@kimfowler6132 Жыл бұрын

This was perfect timing! I was just wondering about this today! 😘

@sherrylynn4671 Жыл бұрын

I haven't even started watching your video yet but just had to comment to say how happy it makes my heart to see your beautiful canning pantry. And your hair is so pretty!

@laurenrzempoluch2569 2 ай бұрын

Isn't it just lovely!! All that lovely canned food!! I want to come to dinner at your home Rachel!!

@Jamesjghome Жыл бұрын

Hey Todd, love ya like a brother. Shouldn’t that far right Lolly column be secured. Eech, ouch, oh my. Love Rayshulls canning expertise, don’t let no beam fall on her, she’s precious Todd. TAKE CARE OF HER ‼️happy spouse =Happy House ‼️

@richb.1453 Жыл бұрын

Very informative. Good job.

@lavernfoy4591 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the wonderful information about freezing in jars, that’s amazing ❤️

@donnacaputo3078 Жыл бұрын

Good info. Clears up a lot of questions about which jars to use and how to fill. Thanks so much for sharing.

@shirleyjensen417 Жыл бұрын

Loved this. Thanks for sharing.❤

@brianczuhai8909 Жыл бұрын

Wow! That's a biggie! Thought you were crazy when you were reorganizing your freezer and pulled out some. Worth looking into again. I seemed to recall glass pop or beer bottles will break. We used to put them in there for quick cooling but forget about them. Krogers had a sale on 1/2 gal milk. Put one in the freezer. and the plastic expansion bits on the side expand out. That's a great tip for leftover canning items you don't have enough left for another jar to vacuum seal. You can recycle your used lids for that. You must actually read the canning book or something.

@donnamcknight3175 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rachel. I had no idea!

@kevinlittle9483 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I did not realize you could do this! I learned something new!!🤗

@marking-time-gardens Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rachel for another great food preservation tip! Blessings on your day Kiddo!🥰🌻🐛💕

@susanmassey9635 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this information .

@gardeningcookingandlife2924 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad you posted this video. I will definitely start freezing in jars.

@nikiforsyth3025 Жыл бұрын

You're amazing! Thank you!

@paulacanyon1085 Жыл бұрын

Thanks,. I can start using my extra jars

@judydrouhard2651 Жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thanks🥰

@dinavoutour7796 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this and thank you for this information😋 I have a huge chest freezer and it if very full. But when it gets lower I will try this out. Thanks again!

@tinatippin5705 Жыл бұрын

I am absolutely blown away. So many brilliant ideas. My sweet husband will stop giving me a hard time about saving certain store jars and working those labels off. I use them for dry storage, jams and spices, but thought the freezer was off limits unless I invested in new canning jars. This is so liberating! Proves I can still learn new things at my age. Thank you and so many other ladies who have shared their practical uses.

@ariainman6691 Жыл бұрын

Great Info. Thank you

@monteapiechocki4588 Жыл бұрын

Great info!!!

@sailorgirl2017 Жыл бұрын

This is the pantry of my dreams!! I love it. I live aboard a sailboat now, so my pantry is different, but I love this so very much. Thank you for discussing freezing with mason jars, I will remember that.

@OldCritters Жыл бұрын

Great point I’ve been reusing jars for this for 40 years. Excellent video.👍💞

@mrs.creeksidemaples2866 Жыл бұрын

I’m like you Rachel… use what I have on hand and freeze in my jars without breaking… EVER… take care and have a blessed day!!!

@tristaperkins7112 Жыл бұрын

When I do a huge batch of homemade soup or huge batch of spaghetti sauce, I always freeze in either my store jars or half gallon pickle jars. It works perfectly.

@tristaperkins7112 Жыл бұрын

I just always try to use the jars that aren't as easily use for heading, for my freezing. And freezing glass totally reduces the freezer burn aspect.

@darleneneumann5182 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information

@sandrad682 Жыл бұрын

I also use mine following the same guidelines. I've never had one break. Thanks for sharing with everyone Rachel.

@lynsmith2698 Жыл бұрын

Great video Rachel. I too have been freezing in jars for decades as well. Thanks so much. 🇨🇦🌷

@mckus20011 Жыл бұрын

Cool I didn’t know that. Thanks Rachel 😊

@BroomstickChik Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I had no idea!

@cynthialewis7080 Жыл бұрын

Have a blessed weekend.

@evaarnim Жыл бұрын

I agree I put the other half of a jar in freezer allot thank you

@pamelaulrich8615 Жыл бұрын

I have frozen in empty jars and Mason jars for years too...I currently have bone broth and freezer jam and applesauce in my freezer...never have had a problem

@soundcanheal 8 ай бұрын

Great video! Thank you

@tonia5182 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rachel, I never knew you could freeze food in canning jars. Thanks for that insight 👍 👌

@daveandellenbartlett8725 Жыл бұрын

I actually never considered freezing leftovers in jars 😮 great tip!

@maryloudonovan5148 Жыл бұрын

I’ve frozen soup in jars, thought I left enough space, but didn’t know exactly where the fill line was. My breakage trouble came mostly during thawing until I read that one should remove the lid.

@lynnebrown-hardy1566 Жыл бұрын

Great information

@Brenda0312F Жыл бұрын

Thank you so so so much!

@charlotteparton8581 Жыл бұрын

Another great video!!! Thank you!!!

@GlitterandJams Жыл бұрын

I have frozen many times in jars! So convenient for leftovers and extra canning ingredients! ❤❤

@JoanWong-xk1un Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information.

@jonizabel1952 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for addressing this Rachel! I have heard people saying we can't freeze in maso jars, but it definitely caught my attention when I saw your jars in the freezer. Thank you, as always, for great, useful content! Blessings ❤️

@evelynjolliff2799 Жыл бұрын

Thank you🌷

@carolynsinyard1306 Жыл бұрын

I never thought about freezing in jars, but I will start using some of my jars in the freezer. Have a blessed weekend.

@meadowhillfarmct Жыл бұрын

great point. thank you Rachel

@leesamahaffey694 Жыл бұрын

I have frozen in jars many times and never noticed the fill line for freezing. Learned something today :) Thanks!

@victoriajohnson3034 Жыл бұрын

Never thought of freezing my herb infused oils!! Great idea!!!!

@vnickcolvin4971 Жыл бұрын

I have frozen broths and leftovers, these tips are worth repeating too!😊❤

@homesteadwithhannah Жыл бұрын

Jars are the best investment - not only for regular canning but so many other storage needs! Thanks for "myth busting"!!

@elizaC3024 Жыл бұрын

I freeze pesto in jars regularly, half pints and pints, never a problem. Leave head space, then there's no problem 😊.

@tracycouture3955 Жыл бұрын

Awesomeness 💐💃 I saw your jars in the freezer so I tried it with my batch of Turkey bone broth 💞 now I can make chicken and beef bone broth and have it handy in the freezer since I use them so often 🙏Blessings

@angievargas1448 Жыл бұрын

Great information!

@sandyarcher8104 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much

@bethanystallings1818 Жыл бұрын

This is going so save me so much in gallon size ziplock bags! Thank you! I don't know why I never thought to use my jars for left over freezer meals.

@victoriajohnson3034 Жыл бұрын

I use my canning jars for all things food! Freezer, fridge, canning, vacuum sealed, vinegars, fermentation, you name it!!

@denisebrady6858 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Rachel as I believed the Myth too hahaha. I won't from now on. Cheers Denise-- Australia

@PrincesslilBB Жыл бұрын

I actually did not know this, ty 😊

@OGxsixela 4 ай бұрын

Ty❤

@Karen-sv9yn Жыл бұрын

I freeze in jars all the time. What I learned was that if you are going to use them for freezing then don't use the same ones for heat canning. No idea if this matters but it just makes sense in case the jars are compromised in any way from the freezing.

@soniab.estacio3008 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ❤ God bless .. I use my mason jars in the freezer

@juneauesque Жыл бұрын

This came at the perfect moment. I have a few quarts of chicken broth and not enough time to can that I wondered if I should freeze.

@tibbs4000 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Rachel! I have had anxiety about glass jars bursting in my freezer but thanks to this advice I just bought 3 liters of buttermilk ranch dressing for a steal and then froze it in glass jars. All still intact! Thanks again.

@lisajenson1982 Жыл бұрын

❤ Thank you for this video!! I froze some chili in a mason jar, and it cracked. I was thinking because a temperature change.....NEVER occurred to me I over filled it!!

@laurabrown5983 Жыл бұрын

good info and some good tips from comments

@melodyperry6163 Жыл бұрын

Thank you good to know

@Nancy-zk9dj Жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for the confirmation, i have many jars of leftovers, soups...in my freezer. I always allow plenty of head space, never had a problem with any breakage. I guess my only question would be if i am lessening the integrity of the jar for later canning. I kind of keep them separate now, but not always. Great video, always informative! ❤