Say hello to autumn in a jar: this gem-like jelly is made from fresh pressed sweet apple cider, fragranced with fall spices, and water-bath canned so you can enjoy a taste of fall all-year round (but you can also make this small-batch recipe and refrigerate it instead!) Fresh apple cider is my new favorite fall […]
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Sweet and spicy and fruity: that’s what this jelly is made of! With just the right amount of spice, balanced with sweetness and fruitiness from the raspberry, it’s a perfect alternative version of an already perfect preserve (honestly pepper jelly is really the only way I enjoy eating peppers these days). This recipe is made […]
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Strawberries, particularly perfectly ripe, just picked berries, often have subtle floral undertones. By adding flower-infused syrup to the strawberry juice base, we play up that floral characteristic, giving this flower-infused jelly a unique and complex flavor that tastes just like spring feels. Made with fresh elderflowers, ripe strawberries and classic pectin for a ruby red, […]
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Talk about a unique jam: made from unripe green tomatoes and flavored with lime and a hint of cinnamon, this Green Tomato Jam is a true old fashioned jam, meaning it achieves its jammy consistency with just sugar and time—no added pectin needed. It may look like pickle relish, but this green tomato jam is […]
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We love Canning Applesauce because it’s easy, healthier and a simple way to preserve the fresh taste of fall apples all year long. How to Can Applesauce: Prep Apples: If using an applesauce maker, leave the peels and core, cut apples in half or quarters and place in a large pot with a few inches of water.…
A simple tutorial on How to Can Tomatoes with a water bath or steam canner, so you can enjoy fresh summer tomatoes all year long. Equipment needed: How to Can Tomatoes: Sterilize Canning Jars and Prep Lids: You run jars through a dishwasher cycle on high heat, or wash jars in hot soapy water, and…
These easy canning recipes celebrate the best of summer fruit with tried-and-true jams and jellies you’ll want to make again and again – plus free printable labels to make them gift-ready. Canning might seem intimidating at first, but it’s much simpler than you think and the results are so worth it. These easy canning recipes…
Boring strawberry jam? No way! This jammy mashup of strawberry and passionfruit has a bright, tangy, and strawberry-forward flavor and a gorgeous ruby red color. This recipe is written for water-bath canning methods for shelf-stable storage, however it can also be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for […]
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Master the art of homemade dill pickles with our easy tutorial! You can make crunchy, tangy pickles in just 20…
Chunky cranberry sauce lovers, this one’s for you: with a thick and chunky texture and the perfect balance of tart and sweet (well, I think it’s perfect, but the beauty of this recipe is you can customize it to your personal tastes!) This tried-and-true recipe requires only a few ingredients, minimal prep, and under 15 […]
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You can make the best Peach Jam recipe using fresh (or frozen) peaches and it will keep in the freezer for up to one year. If you’re hooked on homemade jam, try my Blackberry Jam, Chia Seed Jam, Orange Marmalade, Strawberry Jam, or Raspberry Jam! How to make Peach Jam: Peel Peaches and Prep Containers:…
Homemade strawberry jam is perfect in its simplicity, bright and sweet and bursting with strawberry flavor, no matter if you water-bath process it for shelf stable storage, refrigerate or freeze it, or eat it straight out of the jar with a spoon. This post is jam-packed (pun intended) with all the info you need to […]
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Strawberry and guava come together in one fruit-packed preserve that’s bright, fruity, and vibrant, with a perfect amount of sugar and plenty of acid to make the flavors pop. The unique pairing of strawberry and guava makes for a truly memorable jam, whether you can it in a water bath for shelf-stable storage, or store […]
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Bitter and sweet, fruity and chewy, candied orange peel is one of citrus season’s under-appreciated treats. Whether spooned over ice cream, garnishing a fancy cocktail or mocktail, drizzled over pancakes, or chopped and mixed into cookies or scones, they are as versatile as they are delicious. Pieces of tender, chewy candied orange rind swimming in […]
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These jewel-like candied blood orange slices have a gorgeous, stained glass appearance, making them the perfect decorations for desserts or drinks, and a sweet and chewy texture that makes for a delicious snack all on their own, or (better yet) dipped in dark chocolate. While candying oranges does involve a good chunk of time to […]
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Black Friday has come early this year, and everything in the L&OO shop is on sale for a limited time! Here’s your chance to grab That’s My Jam at a discounted price! Since I’m paying for printing for small runs of books, I simply can’t discount the price very much or very often, so this […]
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The unexpected combo of mango and raspberry results in a jam with a candy-like fruit flavor, like one of those mystery dum-dums that’s impossible to pinpoint exactly which fruit you’re tasting other than it is delicious. This ultra-flavorful jam comes together surprisingly quickly and with less sugar than traditional jams, and can be water-bath canned […]
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