A guide to keeping your canned food fresh, including the best way to store your canned goods before and after opening.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Some canned foods are must-haves in your pantry. They're nonperishable, meaning they last much longer than anything you'd keep in the fridge.

With recent cold weather and power outages come many challenges, including food safety. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said frozen canned or jarred foods can be a safety hazard ...

Q. What is open kettle canning and why is it considered unsafe? Open kettle canning consists of filling (hopefully) clean jars with hot product and placing lids and screw-top rings on the filled jars.