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?
Rose hips make for a unique flavor - apples, almonds and rose petals. Use this light syrup to make a refreshing soda or to mix unforgettable cocktails.
Next time you’re feeling a sore throat, cold coming on or just want a soothing hot drink to end the day, spoon a few teaspoons of this comfort syrup into a cup of hot water and stir. Add in cinnamon, ginger, cloves for extra flavor and sit and relax
An easy, fast way to use up plums if you've got too many on your hands: preserve them whole in syrup! A sprig of rosemary adds a great layer of flavor.
My Aunt & Uncle have a huge raspberry patch and they always seem to go out of town each summer during part of the harvest. They let me pick while they are away and that makes for a lot of raspberries!
A peach of a post on making 5 lbs of summery peaches go a long way! Recipes for Peach Jam with Star Anise using homemade apple pectin plus Bourbon Peach Skin Butter and Peach Skin Syrup.
