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?
The leaves may be falling from the trees, but summer is still in our souls. This sassy little liqueur relies on whatever fruit is handy and has a spicy little kick that will keep you warm all winter.
Grape season is still in full swing here in California, so making raisins is the perfect seasonal kitchen side project. Described here is a technique using green grapes for golden raisins, but you can choose any grape you like!
How to Juice Grapes for Jelly. I've heard of folks straining out juice through cheese cloth. My mom used to put them in a pillowcase and hang them from a branch in the back yard for the afternoon.
Strawberry fruit leather is a great way to make strawberry season last longer. The leather is perfectly chewy, sweet, and studded with tiny seeds. It is a healthy fruit snack for adults and little ones alike.
Fresh figs meet lavender in a late summer romance. Even better if you glean them from your neighbor's tree! This post offers tips for making no-pectin preserves throughout the fig season by a certified Master Food Preserver.
Waxing nostalgic about berry jam, and reinventing a classic. Equally delicious on sophisticated scones and childhood pb&j. So get your strawberry, blueberry, raspberry on!
Home canned fruit sometimes has a tendency to float. This is not necessarily an indication of food spoilage or poor canning procedures but it can be visually disturbing. Come see why this happens!
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