Category Archives: Condiments

Basil Pesto – Saving the Harvest

Posted on September 15, 2023 by HelenFern

I’ve never had a lot of luck with basil. The plants were always sparse and sad looking. So this year I planted three – and guess what? They did fabulously. I’ve been using basil in everything!! I’ve preserved some by … Continue reading →

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Rosemary Peach Preserves

Posted on August 29, 2023 by HelenFern

  Peaches have been ripe for a few weeks now. We ate more than our share for sure – and then I bought three flats of #2 peaches – those are the ones that are starting to get a bit … Continue reading →

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Easy Garlic Pickles

Posted on August 22, 2023 by HelenFern

Summer is the time to preserve the harvest! I love making jams and pickles – and my kids loved these pickles! Every summer I made three dozen jars and the four of us ate them all – I even entered … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Jam Redemption

Posted on August 1, 2023 by HelenFern

 I used to spend my summer picking and buying fresh, local produce and making jam or pickles. My pickles received an honorable mention at the county fair! But I got busy with other things and stopped making my summer preserves. … Continue reading →

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Preserved Lemons

Posted on December 20, 2022 by HelenFern

I really enjoy cooking foods from different cultures. As I’ve experimented with flavors, I’ve found many of the Moroccan and Middle Eastern dishes are versatile and delicious. And I discovered I love preserved lemons. You can use them on vegetables, … Continue reading →

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