Spicy Rhubarb Ginger Salsa
Spicy Rhubarb Ginger Salsa brings the flavor of springtime to a new level. It isn't just for pie! Continue reading →
Sauces & Condiments
Maple Vanilla Applesauce
Welcome the fall weather with sweet homemade maple vanilla applesauce. Any kind of apples will work; fresh and local is best if you can get them! Grocery store apples are the types that store well and transport well, not necessarily... Continue reading →
Refrigerator Dill Pickles
Refrigerator dill pickles are fun and easy, no canning equipment needed. This lets you enjoy yummy pickle-ness without added dyes that seem to be in everything. Pickles were my introduction to canning something all by myself. The success gave me... Continue reading →
Jessica’s Dill Pickling Spice Mix
In preparation of cucumber season, here is my dill pickling spice mix recipe. Those of you who know me and got some of those pickles last year? This is what I used! Tons of stuff can be pickled. Cucumbers are... Continue reading →
Classic Yellow Mustard
Yellow mustard is a summer staple, with gatherings full of potato salad, egg salad, hot dogs, hamburgers, honey mustard dressing, and more. Sure, I like the traditional brand, but I get this feeling like I totally rule the world when... Continue reading →
Homemade Spicy Brown Mustard
If you have never tried making mustard yourself, this might just be mind-blowing. Homemade mustard has so many more options than the store-bought kind, and has very simple ingredients. No high fructose corn syrup here! Spicy brown mustard, honey mustard,... Continue reading →
Homemade Candied Ginger
I love ginger. I eat candied ginger, well, like candy. I’ve always purchased it until now, but ran out and wanted some RIGHT NOW. Good thing it’s easy! Homemade candied ginger holds its spicy flavor much better than the prepackaged... Continue reading →
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Welcome, spring weather! Welcome also to delicious and crunchy local carrots, fresh greens, and plenty of sprouts. What a perfect time to start enjoying local salads. For many people, myself included, salad without dressing feels like it’s missing something. Homemade... Continue reading →
Fresh Basil Pesto
An island of happy summer freshness in the cold of winter, fresh basil pesto is full of pine nuts and garlic, and if you close your eyes you can pretend it isn’t twenty degrees outside. This is so easy to... Continue reading →