Lady Ross Mustard Pickle Relish is a recipe that was handed down to me by my mother-in-law, Helen (Humphrey) Dunlop. Her family originated in Newfoundland and apparently Lady Ross lived there for awhile. Mustard pickle is also known a Piccalilli … Continue reading
September brings the beautiful purple plums, many varieties and freestone. Plum Jam is an aubergine coloured jam, that is not overly sweet and a nice addition to a biscuit or toast. … Continue reading
There is nothing quite like the crunch of a Garlic Dill Pickle to accompany your sandwich at lunch or on a pickle dish for a dinner. These Garlic Dill Pickles are not hard to make, but you need to follow … Continue reading
Tomatoes are fresh and ready at the local Farmer’s Market and grocery stores. Our Good Chili Sauce is made with a combination of fresh tomatoes, onion, celery and apple, slow simmered for a beautiful savory sauce. This is a … Continue reading
That first summer we spent at the cottage, we realized that there was a large crop of wild raspberries along the roadside into the cottage. They were turned into delicious raspberry pies. Every summer, we would also make a trip … Continue reading
August approaches and the Farmers’ Market is filled with freshly picked corn, beets, peaches, nectarines, beans and so much more. Cherries are almost finished and we are into the ever bearing strawberries… I was at the market last week and … Continue reading
Pickled Beets are an old time favourite that preserve the fresh beet crop for enjoyment all year long. I know that I am spoiled. I was at the Farmer’s Market last Wednesday and approached one of the stands that had … Continue reading
Harvest Time… Dry Fresh Herbs from the garden. I feel I should be singing…”Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme”, but I decided to dry Parsley, Sweet Basil, Chives and Thyme.Follow the same recipe outline for other fresh herbs that you might … Continue reading