Preserving
Blueberry mint jam
If I could turn this jam into a candle, I would in a heartbeat. Its aroma is as rich as its flavor. Balanced parts blueberry and mint, its smell and taste epitomize the sweetness and brightness of summer. I envision a warm spoonful atop vanilla cheesecake paired with fresh blueberries, a mint leaf, and a glass of iced coffee.
Blackberry Lavender Jam
I imagine every hue of purple and red meeting and mixing when I think of this recipe. While the mint of our Blueberry Mint Jam adds a flair and punch, the lavender of our Blackberry Lavender Jam adds a softness to its essence. Allow the lavender’s scent and taste remind you to breathe deeply, sit comfortably, and eat slowly.
Peach Bourbon Jam
Peach Bourbon Jam is a favorite seasonal cocktail in the form of preserves. The sweetness of peaches and caramel notes of bourbon create a balanced and rich experience that is meant for summertime.
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Green Pepper Jam
Green Pepper Jam is a sweet-and-spicy addition to a full charcuterie board or a warm bagel with cream cheese. It very well complements the rich flavors of cheeses and salty flavors of crackers.
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Tomato Jam
Tomato Jam is both sweet and savory. Layer a cracker (or crostini), mozzarella cheese, Tomato Jam, and fresh basil for a delicious snack or appetizer. Be sure to add balsamic glaze and a pinch of salt.
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MANDARIN MEZCAL MARMALADE
Mandarin Mezcal Marmalade immediately transports me to Oaxaca, Mexico. In July 2022, I traveled to Oaxaca to study at Pocoapoco, an arts and cultural organization for artists, educators, and the curiousity-driven person.
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Strawberry Rose Jam
The readiness of strawberries signals the readiness of summer. The moment fresh strawberries are available at farmers’ markets is the moment I know green, warm, and sunny days lie ahead.
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SWEET PEPPER JAM
This year, on the eve of Easter, Jared made deviled eggs with Sweet Pepper Jam, Simple Pickled Onions, and candied bacon. It was the perfect combination of savory and sweet in one bite.
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Berry Medley Jam
Memorial Day Weekend is here. I often enjoy bowls of mixed berries throughout this honorable weekend, including blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries. The use of each type of berry when making jam allows for a dynamic, flavorful, and layered experience.
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RAINIER CHERRY JAM
Rainier cherries are not only visually beautiful due to their soft red and golden tones, but they are also sweet and highly usable. You can eat them fresh, use them for a variety of desserts, or create Rainier Cherry Jam.
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Fig Cinnamon Jam
My first-ever Fig Jam recipe was created when Jared’s aunt, Aunt Beth, wrote me on a warm Sunday morning in early autumn to tell me her fig tree was in bloom. I immediately drove to her house and picked fresh figs.
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SATSUMA RUM MARMALADE
Citrus season! We welcome it with open palms in our household. Oranges! Tangerines! Kumquats! Satsumas! They allow the longest days of winter to feel warmer, delicious, and more alive.
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Limoncello Marmalade
I daydream of Italy anytime I see, hear, or read the word ‘limoncello’. It transports me to Positano, the storybook Italian village built into a cliffside. While common, isn’t it quite profound when a single word takes you to another time and place?
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Wild Blueberry Jam
Wild Blueberry Jam is a true classic. I especially love to pair it with homemade crème fraîche. It also tastes divine with goat’s, brie, or white cheddar cheese.
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Wild Blackberry Jam
Wild Blackberry Jam pairs deliciously with cheesecake, parfaits, and of course, a fresh slice of sourdough toast.
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Plum Evergreen Jam
The name of this jam is inspired by the spices it includes: cinnamon and nutmeg. Both are derived from evergreen trees in tropical climates.
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Jalapeño Honey Jam
Jalapeño Honey Jam is our newest household favorite. I first created this recipe with Patina Honey for the Grand Opening of The Shed.
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