Granite Ware Enamel on Steel 11.5-Quart with lid & Jar Rack, Speckled BlackHome canning is an economical way to preserve fresh foods while retaining their vitamins and nutrients. The right equipment is essential to ensure a quality product and Granite Ware offers all the basics for blanching produce for the freezer or for cold pack canning . A porcelain surface with durable steel core provides great heat distribution, saving time and energy. The wire rack makes lifting jars easy, and is collapsible for quick storage.RIGHT EQUIPMENT: Perfect for preserving fruits, pickles, relishes, jams, jellies, marmalades and salsa.EASY TO HANDLE JAR RACK: Includes rust-proof chromed steel rack that holds 9 pint jars or 12 one-half pint jars; jars not included.EVENLY DISTRIBUTES HEAT: Porcelain surface with durable steel core provides excellent heat distribution, reducing heat up time and saving energy.USE & CARE: Water-Bath Canner diswasher safe, rack hand wash, NOT recommended for glass cooktops.Made in Mexico