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?
Summer is the time for all things Apricot. This wonderful jam is full of flavor and like all the jam's I make we use everything for our jam. Rich and delicious.
Sweet, tart, and spicy, Habañero Pepper Jelly is nearly irresistible. The jelly adds a serious kick to a simple grilled cheese or spread it on a turkey sandwich. The recipe can easily be adapted to feature other varieties of peppers as well.
Jelly 911...What do you do when your jelly doesn't jell? Don’t despair! I have a couple of full proof methods to re-cook the spread and have it gel up perfect.
Whilst on one of my forays into the bush I stumbled on these beautiful Highbush Cranberries (Viburnum trilobum). Seizing my fortune I elected to make a Sauce to accompany my surplus of duck.
Armenian (or Himalayan) Blackberry is categorized as one of the true terrors of invasive plant species, but the berries are so sweet and tart, that they make outstanding jams and jellies.
