I haven’t been to the Farmer’s Market in a few weeks. And, I was extremely surprised (but very happy) to see lots and lots of Kirby cucumbers. Yes, the best cucumbers for making pickles of any flavor. To make these … Continue reading
Fig, Orange, & Pecan Conserve About this conserve (or jam): What makes a jam a conserve? Apparently, if you have two or more fruits in jam, it is a conserve, much like the Balsamic Cherry Tomato and Onion Conserve. … Continue reading
Golden Balsamic Fig & Onion Jam Source and a discourse on fig jam: Adapted from my previous recipe, which has a much higher vinegar content than most recipes online. However, everyone who has tried my … Continue reading
Balsamic Cherry Tomato and Caramelized Onion Conserve Prep: 30 minutes Cook: 21 minutes Process: 5 minutes Yield: 5 half-pints (8-ounce) jars Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla), quartered and … Continue reading
I love the oomph! that orange zest gives to my favorite blueberry crisp, so when i was overwhelmed by blueberries this year and had to make blueberry jam, I definitely wanted the flavor to be a winner…so orange was in … Continue reading
I think this will make a great marinara for my daughter. This whole venture came about because of her. Ever since she was a toddler, I’ve tried to get her to try to eat ravioli. Well, Hurricane Katrina happened about … Continue reading
Dill pickled okra: Fortunately, this recipe is by the pint, so you can make as many jars as needed. I also like the fact that the spices are going into each jar, rather than a large vat of vinegar/water mix … Continue reading
This is my most highly requested condiment. Actually, it’s the only one I’ve been asked to make again. And again. Everybody’s favorite way to eat this? Over cream cheese with those buttery round crackers. Very simply, very old school, but … Continue reading
NOTE: Updated and with directions! What happens when you follow your recipe notes, knowing that it’s not the recipe you normally make, but make it anyway? Well, you don’t end up with the same thing, that’s for sure. This was … Continue reading
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