Preserving Wax -200g

Sealing With Wax Method

To maximise the quality of the seal:

• the melted wax must be poured over the preserve while both are hot 
• break the wax into small pieces and heat in a bowl set over a pan of hot water. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer until the wax is just melted. Do not overheat
• Working quickly pour a thin layer of wax over the hot preserve. Tilt the jar to ensure the wax adheres to its side
• Using small wooden cocktail stick, toothpick, or cake skewer, prick any air bubbles. Allow the wax to set
• Then pour a second thin layer to make a seal approximately 3mm thick. When the wax has set it will become opaque and dip slightly in the middle.
• Cover with a cellophane disk and secure tightly with rubber band
• To use the preserve, break the wax seal and remove. Recover the jar with the cellophane after use and store in the fridge. 

Remember sealing with wax is not a long-term solution and it not as safe has sealing the containers with lids.  Use within a couple of months and do not use mouldy preserves.