Michigan
State University Extension
Preserving
Food Safely - 01600934
10/13/97
DO
YOUR CANNED FOODS PASS THIS TEST?
Overall
Appearance
* Good proportion of solid to liquid.
* Full pack with proper headspace.
* Liquid just covering solid.
* Free of air bubbles.
* Free of imperfections--stems, cores, seeds.
* Good seals.
* Practical pack that is done quickly and easily.
Fruit
and Vegetables
* Pieces uniform in size and shape.
* Characteristic, uniform color.
* Shape retained--not broken or mushy.
* Proper maturity.
Liquid
or Syrup
* Clear and free from sediment.
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