Thursday, October 13, 2016

Glass


My newest edition to my glass collection.
This square butter dish was a great find in my local recycle center. The beaded edge is in perfect condition.  I think it would make a good dish for a honey comb....

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Jammin in January



Take one of the coldest days in January, add some fresh cara cara oranges and a couple of  Meyer lemons and make one of the best jams I have ever made. Although it took two days and a lot of boiling, it still was easier than my peach fiascos at a hundred degrees in August. So starts my year in jams and preserves. I have big  ideas for this year and this blog. I sure hope I can continue this year.


Let's hope this is one resolution I can keep!

Recipe for cara cara marmalade ( no pectin)
4-5  cara cara oranges
2 Meyer lemons(if available if not  any fresh lemons)
6 cups water
6 cups sugar

Day 1

Slice fruit very thin and reserve any seeds or extra  peel.  Put the reserve end peels and seeds into a cheesecloth bag,  place fruit juices and water into a large kettle and bring to a full boil. Turn off and Cover and let sit overnight.

Day 2

Bring the mixture to a full boil and boil for an hour to reduce some of the liquid.  Add the sugar and boil until you reach 220 on a candy thermometer or until it thickens. Pour into jars and process for ten minutes. This makes about 8 jars of jam.