On 12/16/2010 4:33 PM, KW wrote:
> OK, so I made a 4 gallon batch of ham and bean soup today with the plans to
> can the leftovers. Usually I get the beans about 1/2 to 3/4 of the way done
> and then process in the canner. This time work got in the way and I wound up
> slow simmering them longer than planned and they are completely done. Nice
> composition and mouth feel now, but I'm worried that they will turn to mush
> by the time they are finished processing in the canner.
>
>
> Whatcha think, do I just need to spread the wealth and find homes for
> several batches to be eaten soon or is it worth a shot in the canner?
>
> KW
>
>
I think they will be mush by the time they are properly canned. YMMV.