An incredibly rich and old-fashioned flavored slow cooker apple butter recipe that's hands off. The long, slow cooking process renders a wonderfully rich and deep flavor with notes of caramelized apple. It's absolutely delicious! And if you want to store it long term, … Continue reading →
BEST Corn Relish
This homemade Corn Relish recipe is superbly delicious, fabulously versatile, and comes together in a snap! We provide canning instructions so you can preserve the taste of summer corn all year long! One of the things I love about canning is that it enables you to … Continue reading →
Plum Jam
This plum jam is delicious added to cakes, in muffins, on pancakes, ice cream and any other way your heart desires! You can make it either with or without pectin. With four Italian plum trees in our yard I get busy the end of every Summer processing hundreds of … Continue reading →
Pickled Pepperoncini Peppers
Add flavor and a mild kick to your culinary creations with these homemade Pickled Pepperoncini peppers! Add them to your salads, sandwiches, pizzas, antipasto platters, and more. Leave the store-bought jarred peppers on the shelf because these homemade pickled pepperoncini … Continue reading →
Pickled Banana Peppers
Whether you're adding them to salads, sandwiches, tacos or pizzas, or enjoying them straight from the jar, these Pickled Banana Peppers are super easy to make, keep for months, and taste absolutely fabulous!  You've likely seen those jars of pickled banana peppers … Continue reading →
BEST Giardiniera (Hot or Mild)
Not just for hot dogs and muffuletta sandwiches, add this giardinera to your burgers, nachos, pizzas, pasta salads and anything else your heart desires! This homemade giardiniera recipe is simply the best and once you've tried it you'll be HOOKED for life! What is … Continue reading →
Freezer Slaw
Cool, crisp, refreshing and flavorful, this delicious freezer slaw recipe is sure to become a regular! It's the perfect summer make-ahead side dish because you keep it in the freezer until you're ready to use it. Make a double batch while you're at it, this freezer slaw is … Continue reading →
Homemade Blackberry Syrup
Bursting with the incredible flavor of concentrated blackberries, this homemade blackberry syrup recipe is easy to make and tastes absolutely phenomenal! NOTHING beats homemade! This year saw the best crop of blackberries we've seen yet with the largest, juiciest, … Continue reading →
BEST Mango Chutney
Our readers RAVE about this mango chutney recipe! Fresh, vibrant, and absolutely BURSTING with flavor, you're going to love this versatile and wonderfully delicious condiment! As a huge Indian food fan I love exploring and creating a wide range of chutneys out of … Continue reading →
Authentic Enchilada Sauce
Rich and robust and a thousand times better than store-bought, this homemade authentic enchilada sauce recipe packs some serious FLAVOR!  Not just for enchiladas, this sauce will take your soups and stews to a whole new level! Nothing beats homemade. That's a phrase … Continue reading →
Homemade Bacon
Bacon is simply one of the most delicious foods on the planet and absolutely nothing beats homemade bacon! Learning how to make bacon is easy and you will be positively thrilled at the results! How to Make Bacon Before we get to the tutorial on how to make homemade … Continue reading →
How To Make Yogurt
Whether you're making regular or Greek yogurt, it's time to learn How to Make Yogurt! It's incredibly easy, requires virtually no prep work and the outcome will amaze you: Wonderfully thick, creamy, luxuriously delicious yogurt! This homemade yogurt recipe is SO good and … Continue reading →
Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish
This Sweet Pepper and Onion Relish recipe is my copycat version of Harry & David's popular treat.  It's delightful mixed with cream cheese and spread on crackers or used as a glaze for pork and chicken. And it makes a fabulous gift! I always enjoy receiving … Continue reading →
Pickled Jalapenos
With the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, these Pickled Jalapenos are as versatile as they are delicious! This pickled jalapenos recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and the jalapenos are ready to enjoy within a day! I'm a wimp when it comes to heat. I can't … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Leeks
Learn how to freeze leeks properly so you can enjoy their flavor and freshness for months to come! The process is quick and simple and you can conveniently have them on hand and ready to go whenever you need them. Leeks are one of my most favorite vegetables. They … Continue reading →
Pickled Beets
These homemade pickled beets are easy to make, keep for months, and taste absolutely fabulous! You can make these to keep in your refrigerator where they'll keep for several weeks or you can water-bath can them for long-term storage, directions provided below! I've … Continue reading →
BEST Traditional Mincemeat
If you've never cared for the store-bought stuff or even most homemade versions, you're not alone. But just wait until you've tried this ultimate homemade mincemeat recipe - it's a total game-changer! Whether you've never liked mincemeat or you've always loved it, prepare … Continue reading →
Pickled Carrots
For a healthy, refreshing, and delicious snack, it's hard to beat Pickled Carrots! They're quick and easy to make, can be enjoyed within 24 hours of making, they keep in the fridge for up to a month, and they retain their wonderful crunch right up to very … Continue reading →
Bread and Butter Pickles
Delightfully crunchy with the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bread and butter pickles are a breeze to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or canned for long-term storage. These are practically a staple in our home and we love them on sandwiches, burgers, or … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Okra
How to Freeze Okra  Freezing vegetables doesn't get any easier than this. Just a few minutes of effort will mean a freezer full of healthy okra ready to use at your convenience! Okay fellow gardeners - your okra plants are bursting at the seams, struggling to keep up … Continue reading →
Gooseberry Jam
This flavorful homemade Gooseberry Jam recipe will bring the PERFECT amount of zing and sweetness to your oatmeal, toast, yogurt, and more! This recipe is easy to follow and made with all-natural, simple ingredients that come together to create a deliciously unforgettable … Continue reading →
Red Currant Jelly
Bursting with the fresh and vibrant flavor of summer, this beautiful and delicious Red Currant Jelly recipe is made without pectin, requires just two ingredients! © Marina Saprunova| Dreamstime.com Growing up in Germany and England, red currant jelly is something I … Continue reading →
Creole Mustard
Warning - this homemade Creole Mustard recipe is going to keep you coming back for more! This mustard is made with a Creole kick that will really make your mouth water. Make a jar today, and you’ll find yourself using it all the time! I really haven’t bought sauces, … Continue reading →
How To Make Sauerkraut
A comprehensive, step-by-step pictured tutorial on How to Make Sauerkraut that is incredibly healthy and delicious! Making your own fermented homemade sauerkraut is super easy, requires minimal prep work, and the rest is just a waiting game! Sauerkraut is in my … Continue reading →
Gourmet Marinated Olives
Perfect for entertaining and snacking, these delicious marinated olives will serve as a beautiful addition to your next gathering! And they also make a wonderfully elegant and tasty gift! These homemade marinated olives are a real show-stopper.  Plump, juicy, and … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Green Beans
Learn how to freeze green beans from the store, farmer's market, or your own garden so that you can preserve their freshness and nutrients and enjoy them all year round! Green beans are a wonderfully delicious, nutritious and versatile kitchen staple. For those … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Zucchini
Learn How to Freeze Zucchini! Whether grated, diced or sliced into rounds, freezing zucchini is easy and enables you to enjoy that fresh summer produce all year round! We'll show you how to blanch zucchini and prepare it for freezing so that it lasts longer and retains its … Continue reading →
How to Freeze Kale (and Other Leafy Greens)
Freezing kale and other leafy greens couldn't be simpler! We'll show you how to freeze kale and other leafy greens so you can enjoy their freshness and nutrition all year round! If you'd like to know how to freeze kale, how to freeze spinach, how to freeze Swiss … Continue reading →
How To Make Golden Syrup
If you have a recipe that calls for Golden Syrup and you don't have it, there's no need to rush to the store or special order it - this tutorial will show you how to make golden syrup right in your kitchen! Just 3 ingredients, 99% hands off, and it keeps for … Continue reading →
How To Make the BEST Vanilla Extract
Learn how to make the BEST homemade vanilla extract with MORE FLAVOR than store-bought! It will enhance your baking, it makes the perfect gifts, is super easy to make and only requires two ingredients! Learning how to make vanilla extract seriously couldn't be any … Continue reading →
How to Make Sun Dried Tomatoes
Drying tomatoes is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Plus they're cheaper than store-bought and taste WAY better! We'll show you how to dry tomatoes in the sun, how to dry tomatoes in the oven, how to dry tomatoes in the dehydrator and how to store dried tomatoes. AND we'll give you a … Continue reading →
Blackberry Jam
Bursting with concentrated blackberry flavor, this homemade blackberry jam is easy to make, thickens up beautifully without the addition of pectin, and can be used in LOTS of delicious ways (see blog post below for ideas)! Nothing beats homemade jam; store-bought just … Continue reading →
Black Currant Jam
Enjoy this delicious homemade black currant jam spread on toast, scones, ice cream, hot buttered rolls, pancakes, waffles, grilled meats, meatballs or used in muffins, tarts, cakes, pastries and more!  You can even add some of it to your barbecue sauce - yum! Slather this … Continue reading →
BEST Sweet Chili Sauce
This homemade sweet chili sauce recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite staple in your home! It's versatile, is quick and easy to make, is free of additives, and tastes WAY better than the store-bought stuff! As with most everything, nothing beats homemade and … Continue reading →
Pickled Onions (English Pub Style)
Practically a British institution, it's hard to imagine life in Great Britain without pub style pickled onions! Easy to make and irresistibly tasty, you'll want to make a double batch while you're at it! Right up there with fish & chips, mushy peas, pork pies and … Continue reading →
Membrillo (Sweet Quince Paste)
Popular throughout many countries, membrillo (aka, quince paste or quince cheese) is incredibly versatile and one of the most delicious confections you've ever tasted! The quince fruit has been prized since ancient times and up until around the early 19th century was … Continue reading →
Huckleberry Jam
Learn how to make this exquisitely delicious huckleberry jam recipe from your freshly picked wild huckleberries! It's huckleberry season. And that means fresh huckleberry jam! We enjoyed red huckleberries a few weeks ago and now the black huckleberries are … Continue reading →
Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
This classic strawberry rhubarb jam recipe is sure to win you over with its wonderful burst of fresh and fruity flavor! Easy to make and includes canning instructions so you can make a bunch to last you through the year! Spread this jam on our homemade English Crumpets … Continue reading →
Toasted Hazelnut & Date Spread
I've partnered with New Seasons Market to bring you this post. Any time we're invited to someone's house for dinner or something casual like a game night with snacks, I always like to bring along a little something as a thank you. Depending on how much time I have it can … Continue reading →
Authentic Chinese Plum Sauce
Chinese plum sauce is a smooth sweet and tart sauce infused with traditional Chinese spices and boasts a deliciously complex flavor profile that will mesmerize your taste buds! It's wonderfully versatile as a dipping sauce, stir-fry sauce, basting sauce or glaze as well as … Continue reading →