Working out how to tell when your Jam is set can be tricky. The problem is that when you are making jam or jelly you are boiling it so the consistency is completely different to what it is like when the jam cools. When the jam is hot it is less viscous and runnier than …
Preserving fruit in alcohol has a transformative effect both on the fruit and on the alcohol. It is this type of preserving that I enjoy so much, taking an ingredient and seeing the result of preserving alter the taste, in most cases enhancing the flavour, the texture and colour. The great thing about preserving fruit …
When preserving food in jars it is important to maintain a high level of cleanliness. Sterilizing jars is important to ensure not only there is no bacteria in the jar that could potentially spoil the contents but also the heat of the jar is also needed to maintain a good seal. Here is the lowdown …
Cheese and apple chutney, this is a classic food pairing. Whether it is in a sandwich or with biscuits and crackers, chutney cuts through the richness of the cheese and provides a tangy, sweet counterbalance. This apple and onion chutney is my go-to choice for a cheese sandwich and it is so easy to make …
If you have ever made jam before you may have had the problem of getting it to set properly. You might have seen jam sugar or gelling sugar at the supermarket and wondered whether you should be using that instead of normal sugar. The simple answer is that jam sugar will make your jams set …
Jams and Jellies are one of the simplest ways to preserve fruit as well as some vegetables. Almost any fruit is ripe for making a jam or jelly and the good thing about it is you don’t need a lot of equipment or supplies to get started. You can make store quality jams and jellies, …