[MtnClimber]

Thanks for the post! I wonder if I need a pressure canner? I live at 8,500 ft elevation and the boiling point of water is lower due to lower atmospheric pressure. Can’t make good coffee! The pressure canner would get hotter due to increased pressure.

Also, is the higher temperature why the pressure canner is needed to can meats?

[CottonBall]

Hello again, MtnClimber!

I wonder if I need a pressure canner? I live at 8,500 ft elevation and the boiling point of water is lower due to lower atmospheric pressure. Can’t make good coffee! The pressure canner would get hotter due to increased pressure. Also, is the higher temperature why the pressure canner is needed to can meats?

I'm at 7300 feet most of the time myself. There are pressure adjustments with any pressure canner for altitude - the booklet that comes with your canner will tell ya what pressure to use for your altitude. It's usually a higher pressure than sea level, if I'm not mistaken. W/r meats - they are not acidic, so need a pressure canner instead of a water bath - yes, I believe it is because it needs a higher temp to be sure it is safe.