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?
This time of year I have been buying bags full of organic citrus. I usually freeze the zest if I'm not using it right away, but here's another great, easy way to preserve it, and there are so many uses for this great condiment.
If you love a good homemade hummus - up the ante and use homemade Tahini made in your own kitchen! Also great on toast, in salad dressing, as a dip for chicken, or with other tasty treats where the flavor of toasted sesame is a good match.
Homemade Peanut Butter is a simple and satisfying thing to make. You control the type of peanuts, the amount of whole & whether or not you add salt...and the whole thing takes less than 20 minutes!