OTHER PRESERVES

Welcome to the blogs on less popular home-preserving recipes, tips and techniques for fermenting, drying and freezing. I hope that this information encourages you to try a new preserving method or two.

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White bowl from above with pool of oil and dots of blackberry vinegar in it.
Discover blackberry vinegar
Preserving is a delightful skill to perfect, allowing you to capture the best of summer’s bounty in creative and delicious ways. From ferments and jams to pickles, there are an array of flavours...
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Pizza with a small bowl with chilli, and a bottle of chilli vinegar and one of herb oil.
Chilli Vinegar Recipe: Hot and tangy
Making homemade chilli vinegar is a perfect way to easily add some zest to your cooking. This unique and flavourful ingredient adds a delicious kick of heat and flavour to a range of dishes. It makes an...
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Close up image of frozen red berries
Freezing Berries Successfully
Freezing berries is a great way to make them last longer and enjoy them out of season. But if you’ve never done it before, the process can seem a bit daunting. Preserving berries like this is a great...
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A white bowl with frozen green French beans and two ice cubes. On a blue placemat with a knife and blue glass in the background.
Freezing for Preserving Part 1: WHY-WHAT-HOW
In the incredible world of home preservation, one of the simplest and most efficient techniques available to us is freezing. Yes, that humble ‘icebox’ in your kitchen is a powerhouse of preservation,...
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A box of frozen fruits including varied berries and kiwi slices.
Freezing for Preserving Part 2: What Works
Welcome to the second part of this journey into the frosty realms of food preservation! In this blog post, I look further at the fascinating world of freezing as a method for keeping your fresh produce...
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Frozen mixed berries
Freezing Berries: Pros, Cons and Options
Are you tired of watching your beautiful, juicy berries wither away before you have a chance to enjoy them? Or perhaps you’re a savvy shopper, looking to stock up on these antioxidant-rich fruits...
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Sauerkraut in a white bowl with rye bread and other side dishes in background.
Fermentation for Food Preservation
If you’re like me, you have probably always associated fermentation with making sourdough bread or culturing yoghurt. But the process of fermentation has been used for centuries to preserve food. It...
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Rocket and walnut pesto pasta stack with grated parmesan garnish
A lively rocket and walnut pesto recipe
This rocket and walnut pesto is sure to tantalize your senses with its unique combination of flavours. It’s the perfect ingredient to enjoy when you want something special yet still simple enough...
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Peaches in Brandy Syrup served up as a dessert crumble.
Luxurious Peaches in Brandy Syrup
Nothing says summer luxury quite like juicy, sweet peaches in brandy syrup. Whether you’re hosting friends for an outdoor barbecue or simply looking for a special dessert to end your weeknight dinner,...
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