How to Pressure can spaghetti squash - Ask Extension
I live in Linn County. I have many spaghetti squash and planned on pressure canning them. Now I am confused due to internet searching comes up with eq...
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How to Pressure can spaghetti squash #220226
Asked November 11, 2014, 5:13 PM EST
I live in Linn County. I have many spaghetti squash and planned on pressure canning them. Now I am confused due to internet searching comes up with equal amounts of pros and cons on this subject. Can you please tell me the process in pressure canning these squash?
Linn County Oregon
Expert Response
We do not recommend canning spaghetti squash.. It needs to be like pumpkin or the solid orange flesh of other winter squash which is "stringless". It is pressure canned in 1 inch cubes and NOT pureed.
I would call spaghetti squash "stringy", so it would not be safe to can.
I have found the spaghetti squash stores very well. See the publication on Storing Pumpkins and Winter Squash at the following website:
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/food-preservation/publications
Store the squash that has a stem and without damaged skin.
Some people find that freezing the squash is acceptable, but others have not. I would freeze a small amount and see if it is acceptable.
If you have any other questions, you may call me at<personal data hidden> at the Linn County Extension Office.
I would call spaghetti squash "stringy", so it would not be safe to can.
I have found the spaghetti squash stores very well. See the publication on Storing Pumpkins and Winter Squash at the following website:
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/lane/food-preservation/publications
Store the squash that has a stem and without damaged skin.
Some people find that freezing the squash is acceptable, but others have not. I would freeze a small amount and see if it is acceptable.
If you have any other questions, you may call me at<personal data hidden> at the Linn County Extension Office.
