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?
Another great way to use the upcoming tomato crop. I used the leaves from my pineapple basil plant to add a different spin on this fantastic savory sweet jam. Great for burgers, sandwiches, and eggs.
This is the kind of recipe that is not a recipe. More of a guideline. Serve slow-cooked tomatoes: crushed as a jam slathered on a burger or crostini; as-is as a finger food (my favorite!); chopped in a salad; tossed in with grains; or with a shot of
Was re-gifted some vine tomatoes. So I decided to make smoked Tomato Jam....A cold day in May on the Ghetto Vineyard and a kitchen full of out of season fruit...whats a girl to do? JAM ON IT.
This most simple of tomato jams reminds us that tomatoes are a delicious fruit. Early Girl tomatoes, especially when dry farmed, are spectacularly sweet and thick skinned.
From The Blue Chair Jam Cookbook
Cherry tomatoes and kumquats are balanced with chilies and ginger in this brightly colored and wildly exciting jam. We found this jam to be equally delicious on toast, sandwiches, and grilled meats.
This tomato basil jam is the best of both worlds--slightly sweet, a hint of savory, and ridiculously good with just about any kind of cheese. It makes the perfect appetizer or a great gourmet gift!
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