Strawberry Banana Jam
This pretty jam combines two flavors that pair together beautifully, strawberry and banana. MAKES ABOUT EIGHT 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 4 cups crushed strawberries (4 to 5 pints whole strawberries) 1 box (1.75 ounces) powdered pectin 7 cups granulated sugar […]
Lavender Jelly
MAKES FIVE TO SIX 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 31⁄2 cups water 3⁄4 cup dried culinary lavender flowers 1⁄4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 box (1.75 ounces) powdered pectin 4 cups granulated sugar INSTRUCTIONS In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the water to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and […]
Wine Jelly
Any full-bodied wine works well in this jelly. The key is to not let the wine boil; otherwise, the jelly may take on an unpleasant flavor. MAKES ABOUT SEVEN 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 4 cups wine 6 cups granulated sugar 2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid pectin INSTRUCTIONS In an 8-quart stainless steel stockpot, […]
Honey Jelly
This sweet jelly stays on a biscuit for a delicious “no mess” treat. MAKES ABOUT FOUR 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 3 cups honey 1 cup water 1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid pectin INSTRUCTIONS In a large saucepan, combine the honey and water, then bring to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. […]
BRUSSELS SPROUT AND POTATO HASH
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS This hearty hash combines potatoes with earthy Brussels sprouts and sweet carrots. But hashing together different vegetables presented a challenge: The potatoes and carrots took longer than the Brussels sprouts to soften. Microwaving them for 5 minutes solved the problem. Meanwhile, we cooked the sprouts (cut into wedges) in the skillet […]
Strawberry Jam
This amazingly easy strawberry jam will remind you of summer, no matter what season you eat it. The jam is so delicious but don’t be tempted to double the recipe as it won’t set properly. If you want to leave some bigger pieces in the jam the way Miriam does, crush up about 4 cups […]
Apple Jelly
MAKES ABOUT SIX 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 4 cups unsweetened apple juice 1 box (2 ounces) powdered pectin 1/4 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional) 5 cups granulated sugar INSTRUCTIONS In an 8-quart stainless steel stockpot, combine the apple juice, pectin, and butter, if using. Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, […]
Raspberry Blackberry Jelly
MAKES ABOUT EIGHT 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 2 quarts fresh or frozen whole raspberries, crushed 1 1/2 quarts fresh or frozen whole blackberries, crushed 7 1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 pouches (3 ounces each) liquid pectin INSTRUCTIONS In an 8-quart stainless steel stockpot combine the raspberries and blackberries. Bring to a boil over medium-high […]
Habanero Pineapple Jelly
MAKES SIX TO SEVEN 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 5 to 6 habanero peppers, seeded, deribbed, and coarsely chopped 2 red bell peppers, seeded, deribbed, and coarsely chopped 1 orange bell pepper, seeded, deribbed, and coarsely chopped 1 can (8 ounces) juice-packed pineapple tidbits, drained 1 cup white vinegar 1 box (1.75 ounces) powdered pectin Juice […]
Pear Jelly
This jelly has a unique flavor, is very pretty, and is delicious served with hot buttered biscuits or as part of a cheese plate MAKES ABOUT SIX 8-OUNCE JARS INGREDIENTS 4 cups pear juice 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 box (1.75 ounces) powdered pectin 5 cups granulated sugar INSTRUCTIONS In an […]