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?
Boughten sour mix? For shame! Home canned sour mix in the cupboard means super quick cocktails. Take advantage of the citrus season, and sit back in the summer time when the sipping is easy.
This is a syrup that you want to have on hand at all times. So easy to make, but adds such dimension and value to a huge range of things. What are you waiting for? Make it now!
Smoke ten pounds of fish. Pack it up nicely, and stash it in your freezer. Really! You will always be ready for company. Or the errant bagel that dares to cross your path...
Garlic mustard is an invasive weed, so you're part of the solution, not part of the problem, when you make this soup. And, it's practically free to make. Win-win!
