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?
West coast road trip! Pick up some local apricots, pistachios, almonds, avocado honey, and citrus fruits to bottle yourself up some California. This conserve is based on Christine Ferber's nougabricot and is sure to be a favorite.
Old-time New Englanders called it apple molasses, cider jelly, or cider syrup. But apple molasses isn’t just a quaint novelty. It’s an affordable pantry workhorse along the lines of honey or maple syrup, and it’s a great alternative to refined sugar.