You all know that we are semi-crazy about jars in the kitchen. We love to use 'em for storing stuff, serving lemonade, and canning our own jam. They are quiet and practical Good Things. Well, we are delighted that there is now a blog written strictly about jars and the food that comes in them: Food In Jars.
It's written by Marisa McClellan, formerly the managing editor of Slashfood, and also the judge on last winter's February Jumpstart DIY event. She's a fun and knowledgeable blogger, and we are enjoying this new venture from her so much. She covers canning, preserving, favorite jars, and food found in jars (like pickles from Amish country). She also regularly has tips for food in jars, like when and how to buy used jars, and ideas for labeling. It's a rich resource of great info, recipes, and lovely photos.
Considering that many of our favorite foods reside in jars this blog has been a welcome read!
• Visit the blog: Food In Jars
A few favorite posts:
• Pondering Pickled Limes
• Canning In Vintage Jars
• Pickled Asparagus
• Honey Lemon Marmalade
What's your favorite food-in-a-jar?
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Love it! I've been eating Marisa's blood orange marmalade for awhile now (and used some to glaze some chicken!) and it's delicious....
I was lucky enough to sample Marisa's wares at the last Philly Food Blogger Potluck. She (and her marmalade) are awesome!
I'm so glad you've posted Food in Jars! It's been one of my faves for a while now.
Anyone else think of that bit in Gourmet last Fall, where they featured all picnic foods in jars? They had about 5 or 6 recipes, and were fairly sophisticated. Haven't tried any, but this sounded particularly good: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Smoked-Salmon-with-Egg-Salad-and-Green-Beans-243211
I love the idea of just packing one jar for everyone - so discrete, and nothing to blow away.
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Hi! This is my first time on here and I have a question. I canned about 10 gallons of raw pears that had been given to me and were very ripe. I made Jam and butter 3 days ago. Can I reprocess and do something to cut the sweetness? (add lemon juice or other fruit) and reprocess safely? Ugh - all that work; those beautiful pears and I don't feel right gifting any of it! Help!