Tag Archives: preserves

Blackberry Chutney- Autumn In A Jar

– As I may have mentioned once or twice before, I love the changing seasons. Jam and Chutney making is called “preserving” for several reasons. Obviously it is a natural way of keeping seasonal food edible for many months or … Continue reading

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Luscious Lime Ice Cream

– “Lick a Luscious Lime Lolly” is probably a better tongue- twister than “Lick a Luscious Lime Ice Cream” but hey, its a title. I like it and I’m sticking to it. This easy recipe is perfect for the glorious … Continue reading

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Strawberry Jam- A Simple Family Favourite

– Everyone has their favourite jam. Even people who say they don’t like jam much (who?)- go on ask them, they still can tell you their favourite. Personally, my favourites are raspberry or blackcurrant, both of which I love on … Continue reading

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Lime Curd- Luscious and Luxurious

– I have a teaspoon problem. None in the drawer- all in the dishwasher. It’s a recurring problem, every time I make lemon or lime curd. No, the recipe does not require the use of a multitude of small spoons. … Continue reading

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Lemon Curd- Tasting Sunshine

– A friend sent me a text last week to say a relative of hers had brought some lemons home from the Canary Islands in her suitcase. Did I want some? Does a horse refuse carrots? (note to self- come … Continue reading

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Tomato and Chilli Scrummy Chutney

– This recipe is an old one, passed down through my friends family and then kindly given to me. It makes excellent use of the last tomatoes on the vines or an allotment glut. I just make this whenever tomatoes … Continue reading

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