Fall

Do you love taking an ordinary dish and adding a zing of flavor or dash of spice to really bring those mundane dishes to life? Adding a smidgen of a savory, sweet, or spicy condiment can really boost a meal to that next level. Chutneys can be made from an endless list of ingredients to satisfy
any palate, but they may also be expensive and laden with salt, sugar, and fat. Now you can make your own flavor harmony in a jar and enjoy the gratification of knowing exactly what’s in it.

Link to Cranberry Orange Chutney

There is nothing better than homemade pie in an instant!  A little preparation in the peak of apple season and you can have the comforting flavor of autumn all year long.  This classic recipe will make a great addition to your pantry.  It can be used to create a traditional yummy apple pie, as a flavoring in scones, a baste for your pork roast, or as a special treat on top of ice cream!

Link to the Apple Pie Filling Recipe

By Dawn Peters, UC Master Food Preserver

According to the National Center for Home Food Preservation (NCHFP), home

canning is not recommended for pumpkin puree, mash, pumpkin butter, or preserves. Freezing pumpkin butter can be used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes and offers a safe and tasty alternative to canning pumpkin, and it's easy too! 

For more information on the safety of preserving pumpkin, check out the NCHFP website: http://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/uga/pumpkin_butter.html

Link to recipe for freezer pumpkin butter

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Ginger and pear are a classic combination and the lime adds a brightness to the flavor and color. I cannot say enough about how AMAZING the flavor of these preserves are.  It is nothing short of addicting. It makes you feel cozy and warm and you will want to spread it over toast, yogurt, ice cream and even in tea!   The best pear varieties for baking and preserves are Bartlett, Bosc, Anjou, and Comice.  I used Bosc which gave a delightfully rich and earthy comforting flavor.

Link to Gingered Pear Preserves Recipe

By Dawn Peters, UC Master Food Preserver

When it comes to food preservation, apples are a super star. You can do so many things with them, and they stand up to it all so well! Dehydrating,
canning, freezing, pickling - you name it, they can take it. Preserving apples during peak harvest will add variety to your menus throughout the year. One simple preservation recipe is applesauce!

Link to Applesauce Recipe