[header] How to can asparagus without a pressure canner [title] Sterilize the jars and keep them warm. [step] Either run three clean pint jars through the dishwasher or boil the jars for 10 minutes. If you choose to boil them, fill a large pot with water. 
Once you've sterilized the jars in the pot, turn off the water, so the jars stay warm. [substeps] If you use the dishwasher to sterilize the jars, use them as soon as they're done and while they're still hot.