Canning Peaches-what did I do wrong?

I don't know other than you didn't have them packed in as tightly as you thought you did. That's the only time I've had that happen.

 

Won't they settle to the bottom ( like my whole tomatoes did)after a day or two?? I would almost bet they will.

 

With all this rain, our fruits are much more juicy than usual. I cook my peaches down a bit, add some brown sugar and pack really tight, only adding a bit of lemon juice and STILL they come a bit watery... but the cooking down and brown sugar gives it a thick, yummy look

 

From what I understand this is OK. I too thought separation was bad but have been told by old time canners that is OK.

 

thats the same way mine did last year and they are still good.

 

Hot pack or raw pack, Terrie?

I've found that raw pack tends to float more than hot pack, though it's easier to pack the jars.

I don't worry if they float. They taste the same once the jar is opened.

 

They are fine. See if they settle after a couple of days. I've had this happen also. I wouldn't think the syrup should make a difference.

I'm sure they taste yummy!

 

That's not normal?? I must be doing it wrong too!!