To safely use pressure canning to preserve tomatoes, follow these steps:
- Wash and prepare the tomatoes.
- Fill jars with tomatoes, leaving proper headspace.
- Add lemon juice or citric acid to each jar to ensure acidity.
- Seal jars with lids and rings.
- Place jars in a pressure canner with the appropriate amount of water.
- Process jars at the recommended pressure and time for your altitude.
- Allow jars to cool, check seals, and store in a cool, dark place.
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