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?
Just thinking of mincemeat pie makes my mouth water, and this recipe highlights pears and apples to make a delightful pie filling to can and save or give . . .
The market is flooded with pomegranates right now. Pomegranate syrup, or grenadine, makes a lovely gift. This recipe can be used to make the syrup or jelly . . .
It's time for me to start thinking about Christmas gifts, and wine jelly is at the top of my list. I believe this may be the simplest jelly I've ever made. It's definitely easy enough for a first jelly, and makes a great gift.
I believe that no one can have too much marinara sauce on the shelf. Whether you use it as spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, a hot dip for breadsticks and cheese sticks, or a spread for bruschetta . . .
It's time to get the tomatoes in if you haven't yet . . . and if you have a glut, or a preserving share from a CSA then you might be wondering what to do with 50 pounds of tomatoes . . .
This tart cherry sauce is great as a glaze or yogurt mix-in, and is much lower in sugar than commercial yogurt with fruit. It's easy to make tart cherry sauce in your slow cooker, and this method can be used with other fruits and combinations.
Spice up your life a little with some Blackberry Habanero Jam. Great with cream cheese & crackers, baked brie, and makes a nice glaze for chicken & pork
Why import teas from the other side of the planet, when you can pick herbs from your own neck of the woods? Strawberry leaf and Navajo teas are two tasty alternatives to green tea, if you live in the Rockies or SW.
