Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
We all think of butternut squash as sweet and soft because we're so used to roasting it. But it's a snappy, tart surprise when pickled in crunchy little cubes.
With winter squash in abundance in Upstate New York, Becky shares two recipes, sweet & savory pickled butternut squash. Water-bath canned & refrigerator methods are discussed & explained. A perfect unique edible gift.
Tender butternut squash is steeped in vodka until fragrant. The infused vodka is then sweetened with a homemade syrup spiced with cinnamon, clove, black pepper, fennel and star anise.
Planning for the winter season with a tall jar of butternut squash. The winter squash is versatile but nothing is better than a hot rich bowl of butternut soup. Here is the soup base ready to add your special ingredients when you are ready to serve.
