Homemade Ketchup RecipesThis page contains homemade ketchup recipes. Ketchup is easier to make at home than you would think. Making your own allows you to adjust the flavor from sweet and vinegary to spicy, or even sugar free, depending on the ingredients you use in each batch.
Pear Butter Novice?I am making pear butter this year and have a good juicer. I want to try to make it without sugar or sweeteners. I would like to use lemon juice to keep it from browning, but I am afraid it will make it sour. I am going to cook it in a slow cooker. Will this help keep it from discoloring?
Making Plum Preserves?I've been given some plums, more than I can eat before they spoil. I would like to make a small amount of plum preserves, without pectin, to keep in the fridge. Is that possible?
Chokecherry Jelly Recipes?Today I harvested over 40 lbs. of chokecherries and froze them. Does anyone have a great jelly recipe they would share? I have heard that some people put crab apples with the cherries when they are cooking them down for juice or replace 1 cup of canned apple juice for one cup of chokecherry juice.
Grape Jam Recipes?This page contains recipes for grape jam. Grape jam is very popular. Next time you have grapes, why not try making your own.
Fig Jam RecipesThis page contains fig jam recipes. If you like figs, you may also enjoy fig jam. Making jam is a great way to preserve your figs and share them with friends.
Blackberry Jam RecipesThis page contains blackberry jam recipes. Blackberries are a great fruit for making jam. Making your own jam allows you to enjoy blackberries throughout the year.
Apricot Jam RecipesThis page contains apricot jam recipes. Apricots are a great fruit for making jam. Making your own jam allows you to enjoy apricots throughout the year.
Making Watermelon Rind Preserves?How do you make watermelon rind preserves? Can you freeze the meat of watermelon?
Orange Blossom Jelly Tastes Too Strong?I made orange blossom jelly and used too much orange water. Can I redo it to dilute the flavor?
Recipe for Banana Spread or Jam?I am looking for a recipe for a jam or spread to use up some ripe bananas. I have lots of banana bread and muffin recipes. Thank you.
Strawberry Refrigerator Jam?I am looking for a recipe for refrigerator strawberry jam.
PiccaliliThe first recipe for piccalili I tried. It was already old back then, in 1980. It makes a fairly small batch, about 8 half pints. It is very good as a relish.
Caramel Apple Jam
In a large kettle, mix apples, water, and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until apples are soft. Stir in pectin; bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Stir in sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Apple ButterBoil the cider until it is reduced to 1 quart. Pare apples, core and slice in thin pieces. Add apples to cider and cook slowly until the mixture begins to thicken.
Rose-Petal JellyThis exotically sweet jelly is lovely on brown bread spread with butter or cream cheese or as a filling for cookies and cakes. For maximum flavor use very fragrant roses, preferably red or deep pink.
What Causes Crystallization in Jams and Jellies?What is the cause of crystallization in jams and jellies?
Pear HoneyWash, pare, and core pears. Slice before measuring. Run through food chopper, using the fine blade. Dice the pineapple fine. Combine with the pears and add lime rind and juice; add sugar.
Sweet And Sour MustardCombine mustard and vinegar in pan, preferably glass or enamelware. Stir, cover and leave overnight. The next day add sugar, egg and salt. Stir and cook, boiling briefly until the mixture thickens slightly.
Jelly Won't Set Up?My pear jelly won't gel. I made it from Asian pears (apple pear).
Freezer Jam Is Grainy and Sugary?I made raspberry freezer jam. It set up very nicely and tastes very good; however, it is grainy and sugary. What can I do?
Making Pear Butter from Canned Pears?How can I make pear butter with canned pears?
Confetti SalsaEasy black eyed pea salsa that everyone loves and it is good for you. Mix all ingredients together with a slotted spoon and chill in the serving vessel of choice. Best if refrigerated at least 4-8 hours prior to serving. Serve with tortilla chips.
Chow Chow Relish?Step 1: Grind the first 5 ingredients. Mix and let stand overnight. Drain well.
Recipe for Fig Preserves?Does anyone have a good recipe for fig preserves? I would appreciate your "old" family recipe. Thanks.
Steak ToppingHappy Summer- fire up the BBQ.
Making Freezer Jelly?How do I make freezer jelly?
January Apple JellyCombine juice, food coloring, and pectin in large saucepan. Bring to a full boil. Add sugar. Stir until dissolved. Return to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.
Citrus Flavored SugarStore the flavored sugar in an airtight container. If you refrigerate it will last for several months. The sky is the limit on how you would like to use the completed mixtures :-)
Mock Raspberry JamThis is a really easy jam recipe. Grind tomatoes and use juice. Boil tomato juice and sugar for 15 to 18 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and bottle.
Crowd Winning SalsaThis salsa is a great dip to take to any party. It is always a huge hit. Boil a small pan of water. Place the tomato in the water for no longer than 30 seconds. Remove the tomato.
Spiced Peach JamPare and pit peaches. Chop fine or grind. Measure 4 cups into large saucepan. Add lime juice. Mix sugar and spices; add. Place over high heat. Bring to a full rolling boil.
Ripe Tomato Chow (Chutney Sauce)A nice condiment! Do not peel apples, wash, core, and slice. Slice tomatoes, onions, and apples in a large pot. Add vinegar, salt, sugar, and spices.
Making Jelly Using Juice Instead of Sugar?How do you make jelly using Grape juice instead of sugar?
Pear and Youngberry Jam Recipe?Does anyone have a recipe for pear and youngberry jam? I would like to substitute part of the pears and cut down on the sugar if it is possible.
Basil Chive Butter Puree ingredients in a food processor. If the mixture seems too dry, just add a teaspoon of olive oil and repeat if necessary. Continue until smooth.
Homemade Peanut Butter
Prep time: about 10 minutes.
Recipe for Orange Marmalade?I am looking for a recipe for orange marmalade.
Recipe for Lemon Garlic Salt?My local store stopped carrying lemon garlic salt. Does anyone know how to make it or what stores carry it? It is very good on almost any food! Thanks.
Quick and Fresh SalsaEven with canned tomatoes, this is the freshest tasting salsa you've ever eaten. You probably won't buy a jar from the store again.
Amaretto Syrup Recipe?How do you make amaretto syrup?
Hazelnut Creamer Recipe?Do you have a recipe for hazelnut creamer?
Mayhaw Jelly Recipe?My mom used to make Mayhaw jelly and it was so good. It had a slight tartness to it that I never have found in any that I have purchased. My mom really didn't want to share the recipe. Would anyone happen to know how to do this? If anyone knows how to make it like this, please let me know how its done. I would be so grateful!
Rhubarb-Apple ChutneyTie cloves in small cheesecloth bag. Put rhubard, apples, raisins, onion, garlic, brown sugar, salt, ginger, cinnamon, vinegar and water in a large heavy saucepan. Add bag of cloves and bring to boil. Turn down heat and boil gently, uncovered, until thick about 1 1/2 hours Stir often.
Green Tomato Sweet PicklesSlice tomatoes and pack tightly in hot, clean jars. Mix remaining ingredients in a separate pot and bring to a boil. Pour vinegar mixture into hot jars packed with tomatoes, filling jars.
Plum Pancake Topping I find most syrups too sweet, and since we had a bumper crop of plums this year (my husband is still picking them in the snow!) I invented this recipe. It is a very casual recipe, but it does require boiling water bath if you want to preserve it for later in the year.
Making Salsa Without Peppers?Is there a recipe out there on how to make salsa without peppers for people who are allergic to peppers?
Freezer JamMix well and let stand 4 hours or overnight: 2-3 cups mashed strawberries (or other soft fruit), depending on desired thickness, 3 cups sugar.
Black Bean and Corn SalsaIn a medium bowl, blend mayonnaise, lime juice and cumin. Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve chilled.
Corn Cob JellyCover 12 ears of cobbed corn in large pot, just to cover the corn. Boil 10 minutes. Use 3 cups of the liquid and strain through a cheesecloth into a smaller pot. Add 3 Tbsp. lemon juice and boil again.
Five Minute Skillet JamsA speedy, no fuss way to whip up a small batch (2 cups) of super-fruity jam. Follow the recipes carefully; proper setting up depends on accurate measurement of all ingredients.
Looking For Recipe For Watermelon Preserves?I am looking for a recipe for watermelon preserves.
Horseradish RelishCook all ingredients on medium for about 5 minutes, spoon into jars. You can refrigerate or process if you make a bigger batch to can.
Sour Cherry JamThis sour cherry jam does not require pectin.
Squash RelishDissolve salt in 3 quarts water in large kettle. Soak next 4 ingredients in salted water for 1 hour. Bring remaining ingredients to a boil in large kettle. Add drained vegetables to syrup mixture.
Watermelon Fire and Ice SalsaCombine and mix all ingredients, chill. Serve with tortilla chips or topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Low Sugar Freezer Jam or JellyI am hoping to find a recipe for freezer jam or jelly that doesn't contain lots of sugar. I do not want to use artificial sweeteners, either. Does anyone know of such a thing?
Recipe for Onion Jelly with Rosemary?I am looking for a recipe for onion jelly with rosemary. It's an old story, I had the recipe and lost it. Thanks so much.
Unrefrigerated Jelly with Fruit?Does anyone now how to make the Jelly with Fruit that you buy off the supermarket shelves. The sort that does not need to be refrigerated.
Chow ChowPut cabbage, onions, green peppers, tomatoes and red peppers in alternate layers in an enamel pan. Sprinkle each layer with salt and top with a complete covering of salt; let stand 12 hours.
Hot MustardSoak mustard and vinegar together overnight. Add sugar. Stir well and add eggs. Cook in double boiler until thickened. Stir often.
Never Fail Cranberry JellyAdd water to cranberries. Cook until done; mash through colander. Put back on stove and cook 5 minutes. Add sugar and cook 5 minutes longer. Pour in small glasses, cover and put in refrigerator.
Peppered Spanish RelishIn a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain vegetable mixture. Rinse in cold water and drain again.
Georgia Peanut SalsaIn a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. Just before serving, stir in peanuts and pepper sauce, if desired.
Zucchini Pineapple Ice Cream ToppingI made a batch of the zucchini jam the other day and I discovered something very delicious. Before putting the Jello in, I removed a cup (unfortunately just a cup) of the mixture. This is the best pineapple topper for ice cream, pound cake or even put in your cottage cheese.
Peach Raspberry JamPlace peaches in a large bowl. In a small bowl, mash the raspberries; strain to remove seeds, if desired. Add raspberries and lemon juice to peaches. Stir in sugar.
Pepper JellyCombine pepper strips, vinegar and jalepano peppers in a blender. Process to desired fineness. Combine with sugar in saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat and skim to remove foam.
Garden SpecialCut celery, onions and peppers in small pieces and cook in water 20 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes, salt and sugar. Bring to a boil and pour into jars. Process in boiling water for 30 minutes for quarts or 25 minutes for pints.
Mock Apple ButterPeel and seed zucchini and puree in blender. Pour into saucepan. Add vinegar and lemon juice. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, ground cloves and the red food coloring.
Quick And Easy Peach JamCombine peaches, sugar and pineapple. Boil for 15 minutes, then add gelatin. Stir until well dissolved. Pour into jars and seal. They can be refrigerated.
Creamy Veggie SpreadA nutritious, tasty spread for crackers, bagels or bread.
Cranberry-Orange JellyIn a large Dutch oven, combine sugar and juices; stir until well blended. Stirring constantly over high heat, bring mixture to a rolling boil. Stir in liquid pectin.
Fruited Cream Cheeses and SpreadsFruited Cream Cheeses and Spreads. In small mixer bowl, beat butter at medium speed to soften. Beat in honey until well blended. Gradually beat in cream. Serve at room temperature.
Honey-Butter WhipCombine and cream together 1/4 lb. butter and 1/2 cup honey. Add 1/2 cup whipping cream. Whip till fluffy.
Green Olive Spread?I am looking for a recipe for making green olive spread. It was made years ago and sold in the grocery stores for sandwich filling. It was packaged in small glasses as the current day cheese spreads are.
Pansy Jelly or Jam?Does anyone have a recipe for Pansy Jelly or Jam? How and when do you pick the flowers?
Elderberry Jelly Recipes?I need a recipe for elderberry preserves and/or jelly.
Honey Cinnamon ButterA delicious alternative to plain butter. Use it at breakfast on your toast or serve it with warm rolls at dinner.
Grandma's Shrimp ButterBeat all ingredients with mixer until light and fluffy. Serve on bread rounds or with crackers.
Apricot Peach ChutneyDrain peaches, reserving three-quarter cup syrup. Chop peaches. Place peaches, vinegar, spice, salt, pepper and reserved syrup in a 2 quart glass measure or casserole. . .
Clotted Cream Recipe?Does anyone have a recipe for "Clotted Cream"? It is used to spread on scones.
Blushing MayonnaiseCombine egg, seasonings, vinegar, lemon juice and 1/4 cup vegetable. oil in a blender. Blend thoroughly. Pour in remaining oil in a slow and steady stream...
Quick Tomato SalsaPlace all ingredients except tortilla chips in blender. Cover and blend on medium speed until blended but still chunky. Cover and refrigerate until serving...
