Fruits

Grapefruit and Orange Sections

Citrus sections packed in water, juice, or syrup.

Adapted and reviewed byCanning Vault · Cedar Ridge Ventures LLCLibrary reviewAugust 11, 2026How recipes are reviewed →
Prep40 minCanning time10 min + elevationYield7 quarts from about 15 lb citrusLevelIntermediate
Grapefruit and Orange Sections

Gather

Ingredients

  • 15 lb grapefruit, oranges, or a mixture per 7 quarts
  • Water, citrus juice, or USDA syrup

Preserve

Instructions

  1. 01

    Wash, peel, remove white tissue, and separate sections; remove seeds.

  2. 02

    Pack fruit and hot liquid with ½-inch headspace.

  3. 03

    In a boiling-water canner, process pints or quarts 10 minutes.
    Calculate your elevation adjustment →

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