Why? Because you can! And pickle, and jam, or otherwise celebrate the resurgence of the domestic arts our forebears held so dear. Put on your best apron and step into our kitchen, won't you?
I was excited to try Prosecco in jelly making and this jewel like jelly is the result. It is less sweet than most jellies, with a lot of tangy citrus flavor. The color comes from beautiful blood oranges.
Tart, sweet, and gorgeously ruby-hued, this red currant jelly is the perfect way to make the most of a relatively small amount of currants. I started with less than two pounds, and ended up with a very satisfying 4 half pints.
Wild rose petals and a wee bit of cardamom marry up, resulting in a fragrant and delicious wildcrafted jelly for smearing on piping hot Scottish scones.
Nostradamus was nuts for quince jelly, which he claims is "supreme in appearance, quality, flavor and excellence, which is suitable for presenting to a king."
No need to be put off this highly nutritious berry because of the thorny branches and sour flavour. Here is a simple recipe for a gourmet jelly which has so many uses, and some tips on how to pick them without the suffering.