Meal in a jar canning is a convenient way to preserve complete, ready-to-heat meals right on your pantry shelf. These pressure canning recipes combine meat, vegetables, and seasonings into hearty, shelf-stable meals that make dinner fast and stress-free. Whether you’re stocking up for busy weeknights or building your long-term food storage, these tested canning recipes are designed with both safety and flavor in mind.

Popular options include comfort food classics like Chicken Pot Pie Filling and Beef Stroganoff, as well as globally inspired dishes such as Thai Red Curry Duck and Vindaloo Curry. Every recipe is made using tested methods and is pressure canned for safety. Scroll down to browse all our current meal-in-a-jar recipes, and check back often—new ones are added regularly!

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