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?
The only thing that beats having fresh sweet corn in the summer is access to it in the winter. One of my favorite ways to preserve fresh corn is a quick blanching followed by freezing.
Preserve your garlic harvest with beautiful braids! Braiding garlic is an old skill and does take some practice. The results are beautiful, make great gifts and allows you to store your harvest attractively.
Caraway is wonderful in harrisa, aquavit, and sauerkraut, and it is also a wonderful addition to your home garden. Find out more about growing and harvesting this easy and versatile herb!
Planting your own herb garden is easy and doesn't require a lot of space. The rewards of harvesting fresh herbs all season long, and also drying herbs for the winter, are well worth the small investment of time and effort.