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Mar 05
2010

Mango Chutney

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: mustard seeds , mango , indian , ginger , cumin , coriander , chutney , chillies

mango chutney - mango packaging

Some time ago when in Manchester I was tempted into buying a large box of fresh mangoes. I paid  just £3 for a beautifully packaged box of seven small ripe mangoes, complete with tissue paper wrapping and tinsel decoration. When I got home I froze them planning to make mango chutney.

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Feb 12
2010

Packaging and Label Ideas

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: packaging , labels , jars

jam in a bottle from country living website

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Vintage jars can be picked up in charity shops and flea markets, just make sure to carefully clean and steralise them before using.

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Feb 09
2010

Lime and Orange Marmalade

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: winter , oranges , marmalade , limes

lime and orange marmalade - limes and oranges

February is the time of the year to make marmalade as the new season of citrus fruit is in the shops. As well as using the traditional Seville oranges, marmalade can be made with limes, grapefruit or lemons, or any combination of the above.

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Jan 25
2010

Apple and Cranberry Chutney

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: winter , peppercorns , cranberry , chutney , christmas , apple

apple and cranberry chutney - cranberries

I've been inspired to make a Chutney for next Christmas, having been given several jars of 'Christmas Chutney' this year. While in some respects obviously a marketing ploy, it got me thinking about what sort of chutney would have the required festive feel.

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Jan 19
2010

What to do with Preserved Lemons

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: winter , lemons

Preserved lemons are traditionally used in North African cuisine, but are a useful ingredient to have in the fridge and can add a citrus kick to many other recipes. They are very easy to make, see here for a blog post about making preserved lemons.

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Jan 18
2010

Preserved Lemons

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: winter , peppercorns , lemons , coriander , cinnamon , chillies , bay leaf

preserved lemons - lemons

Preserved lemons are a common ingredient in North African, and  especially Moroccan, cuisine. You can actually use them in many dishes - anywhere that would benefit from a bit of citrus flavour.  I've put together some ideas in this blog post about what to do with preserved lemons.

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Dec 12
2009

Making Mixed Spice

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: spices , nutmeg , ginger , coriander , cloves , cinnamon , allspice

mixed spice - spices

While making vegetarian mincemeat I found myself short of some mixed spice, so set about making some more from spices I had in stock. 

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Gift ideas for Pickle and Jam makers

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Tagged in: equipment , books

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preserving pan

Preserving Pan
An absolute essential, and ideal if you need a gift for someone who has been struggling along making preserves in a normal size saucepan. Quite a pricey gift, but a good preserving pan will last a lifetime.

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Vegetarian Mincemeat

Posted by: pickleandpreserve

Tagged in: winter , mincemeat , apple

vegetarian mincemeat in le parfait jars

Mincemeat dates from the 15th Century, when it actually contained meat and was more of a savory pie filling. Over time the meat was replaced by animal fat (in the form of suet) and the mixture sweetened by the addition of sugar, making it more of a pudding dish.

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Reconditioning Le Parfait Jars

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Tagged in: jars , equipment

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