One of the easiest and most flavorful jams to make — enjoy this delectable, tangy preserve on toast, scones, or stir into your favorite yogurt. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups prepared blueberries (about 1 1/2 quarts fully ripe blueberries) 1 (1.75 oz.) package powdered pectin 1/2 teaspoon butter 4 cups sugar, measured into a separate bowl METHOD:...Read More

INGREDIENTS: Cheese 2-3 gallons goat milk or cow milk 1 packet mesophilic DVI Culture – OR – 4 oz. mesophilic culture from a mother culture 1 teaspoon liquid rennet dissolved in 1/2 cup water* Brine: 1/2 cup Kosher salt per 1/2 gallon of water (boiled and cooled to below room temperature) * NOTE: I use...Read More

MILK Make sure the milk you use for this cheese is NOT ULTRA- PASTEURIZED. Homogenized milk will work fine. Fresh farm milk will also work well but we encourage you to make first batch of cheese with 1 gallon of store bought whole milk. Low-fat milk will work but the cheese will be drier and...Read More

While researching how to make blueberry vinegar, I discovered there are two schools of thought. One school always cooks the berries and then strains the vinegar soon after, and the vinegar is almost always sweetened. Then there are “the purists” – those who don’t mind waiting. These are the ones that just mix berries and...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 12 medium cucumbers 6 green tomatoes 2 tomatoes, ripe 2 sweet green peppers 2 sweet red peppers 2 onions 1/4 cup pickling salt 4 cups vinegar 1 cup water 4 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 tablespoons white mustard seeds METHOD: Slice...Read More

Crunchy, tangy-sweet watermelon rind pickles are the perfect foil for smoked meats or pulled pork sandwiches. INGREDIENTS: One 5-pound watermelon 10 cups water 1/4 cup salt, divided 3 cups sugar 2 cups apple cider vinegar 3 slices fresh ginger root 2 teaspoons pickling spice 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper...Read More

Chutney is one of the most useful condiments to have in the cupboard! It can be used in so many different ways. This apricot chutney with almonds is packed with flavor and a breeze to make. You’ll find dried apricots available from Pulido Farms at our farmer’s markets. If you like chutney with a little...Read More

These pickled strawberries are bright, crunchy, and versatile. They are a delicious addition to salads. They are great coarsely chopped, tossed with fresh herbs, and served with seafood or used as an accompaniment on a cheese plate. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup white wine vinegar 3/4 cup red wine vinegar 6 ounces ice 1 cup sugar 1...Read More

Even though this vinegar will have a lovely cherry flavor after infusing for a week, allowing the cherries to steep in the vinegar a few more weeks will result in a much deeper, robust flavor. It’s definitely worth the wait! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups cherries, washed, pitted, and coarsely chopped 2 cups good quality, dark balsamic...Read More

This spicy tomato chutney combines ripe tomatoes with a blend of aromatic spices and red pepper flakes, creating a tangy and fiery kick that enhances any dish. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness, it pairs wonderfully with cheeses and cured meats on a charcuterie platter. INGREDIENTS: 1 ½ lbs. summer-ripe meaty tomatoes, cored and...Read More