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?
I’ve been a little hard on kefir. At first I didn't care for the sour, yeasty tasting milk made from funny little grains. But one taste of pancakes made from the stuff and I was hooked! And kefir is very simple to make from scratch.
Caramelized Onion Chutney has the best of all worlds ... it's cheap and the ingredients are eay to find, it smells amazing while it cooks, and it is delicious with a variety of dishes.
Vegetable rennet is a natural enzyme that coagulates milk and separates the curds and whey when you are making cheese. The main ingredient for homemade vegetable rennet may be growing in your backyard or a forest nearby.
Quick winter pickles can satisfy the desire for crunch and put a new, fresh taste on your plate. Year round, Chicagoans embrace giardiniera, a satisfying mix of cauliflower, carrots and peppers that are brined, then marinated in a zesty dressing.
Why plant onion seeds? Because you get delicious varieties not available in the stores. Onion seeds can be planted from January to March, so get your pots out!
