Dry Canning Nuts

Nuts are a little more involved ...  but very doable.   Due to their moisture content, they must be dried out in the oven prior to processing.  Here's how it's done:

1. Remove nuts from shells.
2. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and put into a 250 degree (F) oven stirring occasionally.  Do NOT allow the nuts to scorch or turn brown!
3. Pour hot nuts into pint jars allowing for a 1/2" headspace.  Do NOT add any liquid.
4. Wipe rims and add lids.
5. Process in a Boiling Water Canner with the water levels 1-2" below the top of the jars.
6. Do not begin the timer until the water is boiling.  Below is a chart of process times for differing altitudes:                        

• Altitudes          0 - 1,000 ft     ...     Process 30 min
• Altitudes  1,001 - 3,000 ft     ...     Process 35 min
• Altitudes  3,001 - 6,000 ft     ...     Process 40 min
• Altitudes  over 6,000 ft          ...     Process 45 min                                   

What a wonderful way to preserve nuts!!     My favorite  to do this way is almonds!