Category Archives: Condiments

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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Cashew Cheese Sauce – Vegan

Posted on March 24, 2022 by HelenFern

Cashew cheese? Yep – and it’s delicious! As I’m looking for heart healthy options for meals, I’m trying to eat more unprocessed vegan options. My sister makes a cashew cheese and I’ve seen it on several cooking shows, so I … Continue reading →

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Roasted Tomato Sauce for the Freezer

Posted on September 18, 2021 by HelenFern

As I mentioned in my last post, my neighbor gave me a box full of tomatoes. I used most of them to make some roasted tomato sauce – I kept some and gave some to them. And it is delicious. … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb Jam – The perfect topping for Ice Cream!

Posted on May 27, 2021 by HelenFern

I love rhubarb jam on vanilla ice cream. There is just something about it that signals warmer weather and outdoor adventures ahead. I planted some this year, but it wasn’t big enough for harvest. A trip to farmer’s market was … Continue reading →

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