Raspberries are hands down my favorite -whether I buy them in the store or am foraging for the small wild ones that grow in my backyard. The season always seems to go by so fast though. There are several choices when it comes to preserving these pretty red berries (freezing, dehydrating, etc), but I’m a …
Ah, Spring. When the world comes back to life. And the best part? All those fresh fruits and veggies! Eating Seasonally in the Spring is the best! Eating seasonally not only ensures the freshest and ripest food, but it also saves money too! Pay attention to your local grocery stores and farmers’ markets. When certain …
Make everyone’s holiday treat baskets extra special by making them holiday cookie recipes in a variety of special flavors designed just for them. Tips for Baking Big Batches Holidays require big batch most of the time. We can do that in such a way as to not make ourselves crazy. Do double or triple recipes …
Cranberries are essential to a holiday meal. They are a great accompaniment to turkey, duck, goose, and other fowl, as well as beef or pork roasts. That tang from a side of cranberries cleanses the palette and cuts through the fat. Cooking with fresh cranberries is actually pretty easy, and the end result is a …
Cranberry pear spoon cake is easier to make than a boxed cake mix and highlights winter fruits for a simple, seasonal dessert. Use fresh fruit for this tasty dish or hit your pantry for preserved versions to make the most of your stock. Fruit Choices Fresh or frozen cranberries will work just fine. If using …
Organic pumpkin puree can be pricey. Whole organic pumpkins and other local winter squash can often be found for a deal this time of year. Thankfully, learning how to make pumpkin puree from scratch is easy. This basic process is relatively hands-off and results in a yummy puree to begin many sweet and savory dishes alike. …
Official pumpkin spice season might be limited to October, which is a shame because pumpkin spice can be enjoyed all year long. With these pumpkin spice recipes, you can enjoy the warming spices of fall whenever you need a little bit of comfort and coziness. Make your own Pumpkin Spice While you can certainly buy pumpkin …
Rhubarb is one of the most reliable plants in the garden. A true perennial that comes back year after year in zones 3–8 with almost no fuss. The challenge isn’t growing it. It’s keeping up with it. When your rhubarb patch is producing faster than you can use it fresh, knowing how to preserve and …
Herb salt is a wonderful way to preserve your herb harvest. It’s easy, delicious, and repeatable in a number of different ways. Use this homemade herb salt recipe to keep herbs on hand for easy cooking in your own pantry or save jars to give to all your foodie friends. Herbs are (usually) some of …
There comes a time in late summer when grocery stores, farmers markets, and home gardens become overrun with herbs and fruit just waiting to be processed into something tasty. Have a plan for creating fresh garden syrups from your bounty this year. In our day, individual flavored syrups are usually used as a mixer with …