Preserves recipes

Apricot Jam

Capers in Balsamic Vinegar

Capers in balsamic vinegar are such a good condiment to serve with fish, chicken or braised tongue.

Caramelized Onions and Figs

Caramelized onions liven up so many different dishes. Think of that delicious goat cheese Panini with a generous dollop of caramelized onio…

Lemon Curd

Pickled Turnips

Pickled turnips are a Middle Eastern specialty and can be seen in shops everywhere from Lebanon to the most southern tip of the Arabian Pen…

Pineapple Jam

Homemade pineapple jam is quick and easy to make and is delicious served with scones and cream or spread on hot buttered toast.

Pineapple Mint Chutney

Pineapple, mint and sugar are flavours that love to hang out together. This chutney is great with a roast - lamb or pork - and will add spa…

Spicy Pickled Baby Beetroot

The other evening my friend Beatrix produced a bottle of the most delicious baby beets from her pantry. I would love to share her recipe wi…

Strawberry Compote

This compote is just the thing to serve over vanilla ice cream, brighten up a cheese platter or spoon over a cheese cake. The compote will…

Sweet Piccalilli

A very popular relish, piccalilli can be eaten with grilled sausages, ham or lamb chops, cold meats or a nice strong cheddar cheese. Serve…

Tomato and Ginger Chutney

This exotic chutney will spark up any dish. I like to serve it with roast chicken.