I have been pressure canning elk for several years, and I found that browning isn't necessary, but it still works just fine. I don't brown it anymore, and I notice no difference in flavor. I bought my new canner off the internet (Presto I think) and at first it scared the crap out of me, but after a few times it is very easy.
I think the LEM catalog has the kind I have, but I found it cheaper but cant remember where.
I just remembered I have some elk roasts and steaks left over from last year!!

PS after re-reading this topic above, I have never canned ground meat, but I think I would brown it myself. I am sure it would work both ways.

flave, would you can Iquana? That I know I wouldn't do.


Last edited by kennymauser; 07/14/20. Reason: adding comment