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?
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.
Have an apple tree? Don't miss the chance to make a wonderful jam thickener or fruit tart glaze. This recipe uses unripe apples to make a natural pectin stock, then turns the stock into a shelf-stable jelly.
I combined wild blackberries and chipotle chiles to create a warm, smoky, flavorful jelly. This is a great substitute for cranberry sauce and tastes amazing on a turkey sandwich or in a glaze for ham or turkey. Made with low-sugar pectin, too!
