{"product_id":"mrs-wages-mezcla-para-salsa-de-pasta-paquete-6-sobres-de-5-oz-rinde-hasta-5-pintas-por-sobre-kosher","title":"Mrs. Wages Pasta Sauce Canning Mix, 6 x 5 oz Packets — Makes ~30 Pints, No Artificial Colors or Flavors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMrs. Wages Pasta Sauce Canning Mix is a ready-to-use spice blend that turns fresh or canned tomatoes into up to 30 pints of flavorful pasta sauce.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you grow tomatoes, buy in-season bargains, or simply prefer homemade sauce, this kit streamlines the process. Each 5 oz packet is portioned to mix with tomatoes or tomato paste and yields five pints (quarts); the six-pack gives you enough mix for about 30 pints. The blend is kosher certified, contains no artificial colors or flavors, and is formulated to produce a savory, slightly spicy spaghetti-style sauce that can be served immediately, frozen, or preserved by water-bath canning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I turn garden tomatoes into ready-to-serve pasta sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with peeled, crushed, or canned tomatoes and follow the packet directions to combine tomatoes and the Mrs. Wages mix. Simmer briefly to marry flavors and adjust seasoning to taste. The formula is straightforward for first-time saucemakers while giving predictable results for experienced preservers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse peeled and crushed ripe tomatoes or a mix of tomatoes and tomato paste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine tomatoes and one 5 oz packet per 5 pints, simmer per packet instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjust heat with red pepper or sugar if desired before canning or serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the safest ways to store the finished sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have three primary storage options: serve hot, freeze, or water-bath can the sauce for shelf storage. If you plan to shelf-stable your sauce, follow tested boiling water-bath canning instructions and ensure jars and lids are sanitized. For freezing, use freezer-safe containers and label with date; frozen sauce keeps about a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eServe immediately over browned ground beef for a quick meat sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreeze in quart containers up to 12 months for convenience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProcess in a boiling water bath for shelf-stable storage following canning safety guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sauce will one package produce and can I modify the recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 5 oz packet is formulated to make five pints (quarts) of sauce; the six-pack yields roughly 30 pints total. The mix is a base seasoning blend, so it’s designed to be flexible—you can add browned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, fresh herbs, or extra spices to personalize flavor and texture while maintaining predictable preservation results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne packet + tomatoes = 5 pints; six packets = about 30 pints total.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd sautéed onions, garlic, browned hamburger, or mushrooms for richness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncrease or decrease red pepper flakes for milder or spicier sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I know before canning this sauce at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamiliarize yourself with safe home-canning practices before starting: sterilize jars and lids, follow tested processing times, and use a reliable recipe for acid\/ingredient ratios. This mix is intended for boiling water-bath methods with quick-process recipes, but always verify processing times and altitude adjustments from authoritative canning resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSanitize jars and lids; follow a tested boiling water-bath recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify processing times and make altitude adjustments if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore sealed jars in a cool, dark place and check seals before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Home cooks, gardeners, and small-scale preservers who want consistent, flavorful pasta sauce without formulating spice blends from scratch will appreciate Mrs. Wages Pasta Sauce Canning Mix. It’s especially useful for those with an abundance of fresh or canned tomatoes who want multiple storage options—immediate serving, long-term freezing, or shelf-stable canning—while keeping ingredients simple and kosher standards met.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Starch, Salt, Dehydrated Onion, Maltodextrin, Spice, Dehydrated Garlic, Paprika, Citric Acid, Soybean Oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many pints does one packet make?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One 5 oz packet makes five pints (quarts) of finished sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I water-bath can this sauce?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The mix is intended for boiling water-bath canning; follow tested canning times and safety steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Mrs. Wages","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54591926960467,"sku":"B0029K0U90","price":39.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1095\/4257\/2371\/files\/mrs-wages-frente-del-paquete_6df16631-f0b5-456f-8965-6c448be8d165.jpg?v=1786751918","url":"https:\/\/findsworth.co.uk\/products\/mrs-wages-mezcla-para-salsa-de-pasta-paquete-6-sobres-de-5-oz-rinde-hasta-5-pintas-por-sobre-kosher","provider":"Findsworth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}