I was given plum jam. There’s a really big head space. Safe?
This is a pint jar of plum jam. Unopened. The seal seems good. Just wondering about the giant head space and if that is ok
by olivemor
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Egg-E
I would be very nervous about this and probably wouldn’t risk it
MaIngallsisaracist
I don’t know if the headspace is truly an issue, but I would definitely feel like someone who didn’t pay attention to headspace probably didn’t pay attention to a lot of safety recommendations.
MaxRenee
Would not risk it. Lifespan > jam.
CdnSailorinMtl
I really think that is the most headspace for any jam I have made or read. 1/2 ” had been the most. I follow – if I question it more than in passing, then toss it. Safety first.
According to NDSU – a reputable source : plum jam is 1/4″ headspace. Good catch and great questioning here!
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I would be very nervous about this and probably wouldn’t risk it
I don’t know if the headspace is truly an issue, but I would definitely feel like someone who didn’t pay attention to headspace probably didn’t pay attention to a lot of safety recommendations.
Would not risk it. Lifespan > jam.
I really think that is the most headspace for any jam I have made or read. 1/2 ” had been the most. I follow – if I question it more than in passing, then toss it. Safety first.
According to NDSU – a reputable source : plum jam is 1/4″ headspace. Good catch and great questioning here!
If it sealed tightly.