Canning Green or White Asparagus
Green or white asparagus may be canned at home using this procedure.
Cut off tough ends before canning. White asparagus should normally be
peeled before canning.
Asparagus

weights are always approximated..
 Pint

1-3/4 lb
 Quart

3-1/2 lbs
Boiling Water
 as needed
 as needed
Lemon Juice
 1/2 tablespoon
 1 tablespoon
Canning Salt
 1/2 teaspoon
 1 teaspoon
Pressure Canner Processing
 30 minutes
 40 minutes
  1. Calculate total ingredients desired using our conversion chart.
  2. Only use perfect asparagus.
  3. Wash and trim as desired.
  4. Blanch if desired for three minutes to retain color.
  5. Canning using hot pack method with 1” of headspace.
  6. Pour lemon juice and salt over the beans.
  7. Pour hot water over beans, maintaining 1" headspace.
  8. Processing with a Pressure Canner 30 minutes for pints, or 40 minutes for quarts, at 11
    pounds, or 10 pounds for a weighted gauge.
  9. For elevations above 1,000 foot level see Altitude Time Adjustments.
  10. After processing, remove from boiling water and place the jars on a towel, separated
    by 1” to cool naturally.
  11. Labeling and Storing
Follow jar and cap manufacturer's
recommendations and instructions and visit
their websites for updates on a regular basis.
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