This is a Southern specialty cake usually found at summer church suppers – and the first dessert to disappear. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup butter 3 cups sugar 6 eggs 2 2/3 cups flour 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 8 oz. container sour cream 1 tablespoon vanilla extract METHOD: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease...Read More
Brisket is an ideal make-ahead, slow-cooked main course that is perfect for the hectic back-to-school schedule. If you have a large crockpot slow cooker, this recipe can be easily adapted. Add fluffy mashed potatoes or buttered noodles and a side of fresh green beans, and dinner is ready! INGREDIENTS: 4 lb. beef brisket 1/2 teaspoon...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1-quart passion fruit puree (or approximately 8 whole fruit)* 1 cup sugar 1 egg white, whipped 1/2 cup water METHOD: Over moderate heat, dissolve the sugar in water, and let the mixture cool. Add the passionfruit puree to the syrup. Fold in whipped egg white into the fruit syrup mixture and pour into the...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Grated zest of 1 orange 1/3 cup fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 chipotle chili in adobo sauce, minced 1 large clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 1/2 lbs. snapper, flounder, or halibut, cut into 4 serving pieces 1/8 teaspoon salt METHOD: Combine orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, chili, and...Read More
If you have questions about canning ingredients, tools, or resources, send us an email and we will be happy to answer your questions! Q: Are liquid pectin and powdered pectin interchangeable?A: No. Use exactly what your recipe specifies. Q: How long is pectin shelf stable?A: Pectin (both powdered and liquid) should be used the year...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 4 medium mangoes, diced and mashed 1/4 red onion, diced fine 8 medium tomatoes, chopped fine 1 small habanero pepper, diced fine 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamon 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper Lime juice to taste 1 teaspoon sugar METHOD: Combine mangos, onion, tomatoes, and...Read More
This tangy braised chicken is a Filipino favorite. It’s traditionally served with with rice and a sweet fruit salad. INGREDIENTS: 8 whole chicken legs (about 4 pounds), cut into drumstick and thigh sections 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar 3/4 cup soy sauce 1 cup water 10 garlic cloves, chopped finely 2 bay leaves 1/2 tablespoon...Read More
Why buy bottled salad dressing when you can make your own? This is a favorite Southern salad dressing, delicious served warm or cold. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon celery seed 1 large Vidalia onion, grated 3/4 cup vinegar 2 tablespoons oil METHOD: In a small saucepan, whisk...Read More
Serve this tangy and bright chutney with pork tenderloin or spread on top of cheese and serve with crackers. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups carrots, cut julienne 1 cup golden raisins 2 cups brown sugar, packed 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup vinegar 1 lemon, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground...Read More
