Jams are like summer in a jar. Thickened fruit that is preserved with anticipation of being enjoyed all winter long on toast, pancakes, waffles, yogurt or even atop ice cream. We always have a good stock of jams on hand, and buy several cases of an assortment of fruits from the farmer’s market throughout the…
Category: Recipes From Our Kitchen
Breakfast Cookies
Disclosure: We believe in transparency. This post uses an affiliate link. This means we earn some revenue (at no cost to you) when you click through the links and make a purchase. Today I am sharing a delicious “cookie” that is great for breakfast, as a school snack or even as an afternoon pick-me-up! And…
Mom’s Mustard Beans
The pioneers worked hard all summer long to grow fruits and vegetables and of course what they could forage in order to preserve food for the winter, especially when living in harsh winter climates with freezing cold temperatures and snow. When food was scarce or their garden bounty ran out, they could enjoy what was…
The Most Delicious Beet Pickles
The pioneers often stored vegetables in root cellars but to keep them lasting much longer, they preserved their vegetables either by making pickles, relishes or chutneys or even drying them to help prevent spoilage since there were no freezers. I love making a variety of pickles and relishes to preserve our garden goodies. We enjoy…
Homemade Whole Grain Crackers
Homemade crackers are actually quite simple to make and only take a few simple ingredients. Typically, crackers are made with flour, herbs and seasonings and are docked with holes to prevent the crackers from bubbling up or rising creating air pockets. Crackers were first made in 1792 as a variation of sailors biscuits or hardtack…
Best Ever Corn Relish
This corn relish really is the best corn relish I have ever had! I have tried several recipes, but none of them were all that good… until this one! I got this recipe from a friend in the summer of 2020 when we were talking about all the goodness we were canning all summer long….
Bread and Butter Pickles
Bread and Butter Pickles have a sweet and tangy flavor to them, much different than dill pickles, but equally delicious eaten with a meal or on a sandwich. Bread and Butter Pickles have a sharp vinegary taste yet has a sweetness to them — they are one of my favorites! This is a great way…
Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon meringue pie is a deliciously tart lemon custard cooked on top of the stove and then poured into a baked flaky pie crust and topped with a fluffy, pillowy meringue that is lightly browned under the broiler. It is pretty to look at, not to mention tasty and perfect for summer! Meringue dates back…
