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 . . .
