Putting Food By is the title of a book about preserving the summer harvest season, written by three authors who were experts in the art. It was how I learned, and I still follow the precise guidelines for hot water baths to sterilize jars and add vinegar to make tomatoes more acidic. A hundred years […]
Condiments
Strawberry Jam — with natural pectin
Wild Rosehip Marmalade
Blueberry-Lemon Zest Jam
Carrot Orange Marmalade
Because it’s winter, and making and giving food this time of year is so satisfying, I’ll share one of my favorite recipes. Meet carrot-orange marmalade, made with only four ingredients: organic lemons, oranges, carrots and sugar. Simmer on stovetop until thick, yet also tests on a candy thermometer at 220F. Pack into decorative French marmalade […]
Summer Herb Butter
Fresh Herb Salt
Recipe for Strawberry Jam (without Pectin)
Ginger Peach Chutney
GINGER PEACH CHUTNEY is a condiment made from fresh fruits and strong spices, it simmers on the stovetop for almost an hour until it reaches a glossy sheen; packed into jars and stored for several months to build up plenty of intense flavor. It was in late September, with the leaves changing color out side my kitchen window and […]
Carrot Orange Marmalade