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Last updated: April 2026
Recipe Disclaimer
All recipes on The Nourishing Hearthfire have been tested in my kitchen and work for us. However, results can vary depending on your ingredients, equipment, altitude, and experience.
These recipes and articles are for informational and entertainment purposes only. They are not medical, nutritional, or food safety advice. Please consult a professional for any health concerns. I am not responsible for any outcomes from following these recipes
I am Australian and the jam, chutney, and canning/bottling practises that I use are those that are considered safe in my country. Where possible, I have included water bath canning alternatives for those in the USA who wish to follow USDA canning standards, but as canning guidelines are constantly being updated, please seek out the most up-to-date instructions in your country if you wish to follow the exact current guidelines.
These recipes and techniques have been developed and tested in home kitchens. Canning and preserving recipes carry risks if followed incorrectly. Please follow the preserving instructions correctly, and if there is any confusion, consult the appropriate sources for your local area or country for clarification. The author and publisher assume no responsibility for damages associated with the use of this blog.
The ‘hot jar, hot lid, upside down’ method used on this blog for some jam, chutney, and sauce recipes is only suitable when the instructions say to do so, and should not be used for any recipe that calls for water bath canning for processing. This method is only suitable for use in lower altitudes, so if you live above 1000ft (300m) sea level or prefer to follow USDA rules, please follow the water bath canning instructions provided instead.
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