The Mason jar was invented in 1858, before refrigerators were a thing, to keep food from spoiling. Some decades later, the Ball Brothers started mass-producing them. Millions of Americans snatched ...

Plus, they come in a pack of 4, making them perfect for a variety of uses. These Ball mason jars have been a staple in our kitchen for years. We love how easy they are to use and clean.

Peters is filling Ball jars with cut-up cucumbers and seasonings, while Gelatt oversees the big stock pots boiling on the stove. The men are wiping the sweat from their foreheads in the heat of ...