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5 Ways to Use Mason Jars for Meal Prep

5 Ways to Use Mason Jars for Meal Prep

August 25, 2023

In the world of meal prepping, mason jars have become an essential tool. Their versatility, durability, and aesthetic appeal make them an ideal choice for preparing and storing meals ahead of time. Whether you're a busy professional, a health-conscious individual, or someone looking to streamline their cooking process, mason jar meal prep is a game-changer.  Here are 5 ways to use mason jars for meal prep.

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How To Care For Mason Jars

How To Care For Mason Jars

June 16, 2023

Mason jars are a staple in many households. Not only are they versatile for food storage and canning, but they can also be used for decorative purposes. Mason jars have become a popular trend over the years, and their uses seem endless. However, it's important to take care of them properly to ensure their longevity and to keep them safe for use. In this blog post, we'll share some tips on how to care for your mason jars so that you can continue to use them for years to come. Whether you use them for canning, food storage, or decor, these tips will help keep your mason jars looking and functioning their best.

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Which Ergo Spout® should I purchase?

Which Ergo Spout® should I purchase?

March 04, 2023 1 Comment

If you’re trying to decide which Ergo Spout® is right for you but aren’t quite sure, we can help you select the right one for your kitchen. With three options it can be tough to know which one will best suit your needs.

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3 Problems with Mason Jars

3 Problems with Mason Jars

December 26, 2022 1 Comment

Although Mason Jars are great kitchen items with endless uses, they’re not perfect. Mason Jars are made of glass, which can sometimes pose problems in the kitchen, making their use less effective than we’d like. Still, we continue buying Mason Jars because we love them.  Luckily there are tools to help make our beloved jars even better! 

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Mason Jars: Your Questions Answered

Mason Jars: Your Questions Answered

September 02, 2022

Mason jars with screw tops came about 50 years after the creation of canning. It helped smooth the process of canning and preserving foods by making the task easier, mess-free, and more successful. Many early mason jars were made from transparent blue glass, which have now become collector items.

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How to Make a Mason Jar Salad

How to Make a Mason Jar Salad

May 23, 2022

One of our favorite ways to utilize a mason jar is by making a salad. Mason jar salads are versatile, tasty, and super easy to assemble. Here are some ways you can upgrade your practices to make the best mason jar salad:

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6 Ways to Preserve Food in Mason Jars

6 Ways to Preserve Food in Mason Jars

April 02, 2022 2 Comments

Whether you are using an Ergo Spout® or not, we all know that mason jars are the workhorse of the home.  They offer so many uses in and around the kitchen and we want to highlight the ways you can use your mason jars to preserve food. Preserving food is fun, healthy, and a great way to seal in goodness and ensure that your food doesn’t spoil. So without further ado, here are just a few more ways you can use your mason jars:

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11 Ways to Use Mason Jars in Your Wedding

11 Ways to Use Mason Jars in Your Wedding

March 12, 2022

Rustic, quirky and eye-catching, mason jars are the perfect addition to your wedding. As with cooking and household tasks, mason jars can be used in any number of ways to celebrate your big day. From décor, drinks and even food service, these eco-friendly vessels never disappoint.

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5 Facts About Mason Jars

5 Facts About Mason Jars

January 15, 2022 5 Comments

First created in Vineland, New Jersey, in 1858, the mason jar was brought into existence by a man by the name of John Landis Mason. The humble mason jar is found throughout fridges, cupboards and lunch bags around the world thanks to its millions of uses. In fact, with so many uses, perhaps the mason jar could stand to be a little less humble. To honor these jars which have served society through the ages, we have put together some facts about the jars we know and love.

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How To Transform Vintage Mason Jars with the Ergo Spout®

August 22, 2019

In a world filled with memories of canning days past, Culinesco’s Ergo Spout® brings vintage mason jars back to life! Made to endure the test of time with century proof soda-lime glass construction, the mason jar was first patented in 1858 by a man named John Landis Mason

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How to Trap Fruit Flies in a Mason Jar

How to Trap Fruit Flies in a Mason Jar

December 15, 2018 1 Comment

Fruit flies are pesky when they fly around the kitchen, but they are an inevitable part of life around fruit.  You can easily get rid of them with a few simple items and our innovative product the Culinesco® Fruit Fly Funnel.  Here’s how to trap fruit flies in a mason jar.

 

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How to Sprout in a Mason Jar

How to Sprout in a Mason Jar

November 30, 2018 1 Comment

Sprouts are the little shoots produced just after germination of grains, legumes, nuts or seeds.  Vegetable sprouts are sometimes referred to as microgreens and many of us recognize the small alfalfa spouts on sandwiches or the bean sprouts used in Asian stir fries, known as mung bean sprouts. 

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