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A thin, flexible plastic spatula is the right tool for releasing air bubbles between pieces of food in your filled jars (check out Figure 2-13). Long and slightly tapered, this utensil is specifically made to fit into filled jars without damaging the food or displacing it.

FIGURE 2-13: A thin plastic spatula for releasing air bubbles.

Buy a package of chopsticks for an inexpensive alternative.

Don’t use a metal item or a larger object for this job because it may damage your food and crack or break your hot jar.