Jam

I still remember the first time I tasted garlic scape jam – it was one of those “where has this been all my life?” moments. The sweet, garlicky flavor with just the right hint of tang had me immediately spreading it on everything from crusty bread to grilled chicken. This magical condiment turns those curly … Read more

Oh, homemade jam—there’s nothing quite like it, is there? And when it’s made with ripe, juicy papaya? Absolute magic. I’ll never forget the first time I made papaya jam—it was during a sweltering summer visit to my aunt’s house in Florida. She had papayas falling off her trees faster than we could eat them, so … Read more

Oh, Saskatoon berries – those little purple gems that taste like a perfect mix of blueberry and almond! My first batch of Saskatoon jelly came from berries I picked on a hot summer day at my aunt’s farm. I remember thinking, “These are too special for just pies,” and that’s when the jelly-making obsession began. … Read more

There’s something magical about persimmon season – that brief window when these golden-orange fruits turn soft, sweet, and begging to be turned into jam. I still remember my first batch of persimmon jam, made after a neighbor gifted me a basket of ripe Hachiyas from her tree. The jam bubbled away on my stovetop, filling … Read more

There’s something magical about opening a jar of homemade Saskatoon jam in the middle of winter—the deep purple hue, that sweet-tart berry flavor that instantly reminds me of sunny summer days spent picking in the bushes. My grandma always said these little berries make the best jam, and after years of testing, I absolutely agree! … Read more

I’ll never forget the summer I discovered corn cob jelly. My neighbor Mrs. Jenkins handed me a tiny jar of golden sweetness, grinning as she said, “Bet you can’t guess what this is made from.” When she told me it came from boiled corn cobs – the parts we usually toss! – my mind was … Read more

Oh, spruce tip jelly – it’s like capturing spring in a jar! This sweet-tangy delight has been my go-to homemade treat ever since I first stumbled upon a patch of fresh spruce tips during an early morning hike. The bright, citrusy-pine flavor is completely unique – not too strong, but just enough to make your … Read more