On Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:02:07 -0700, Sheldon >
magnanimously proffered:

>"BeeBop" wrote:
>> My mom makes them every summer. I have a couple jars in the pantry, made in
>> summer 06. They are sealed, of course. Now, how long are they good for?
>> How do I know if they aren't good anymore? I just opened a jar, and they
>> are of course, delicious, and I HATE pickles, except for Mom's. And once a
>> jar is opened, how long does it usually keep in the fridge?
>>
>> Also, can you get botulism from homemade dill pickles? I am wondering if I
>> should let my 2 year old son eat them.
>
>Any home canning is risky business.

I've been wondering if poor reading comprehension might be one of your
problems ... and here you go and prove it.

The OP was clearly talking about pickles in jars. Pickles in jars that
have been bottled, not canned. Whether you know it or not, there IS a
difference, Sheldon.


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una cerveza mas por favor ...

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