Why marmalade? Marmalade captures the bittersweet tangy brilliance that is citrus and preserve it for later in the year – like summer. I think that one of the only redeeming parts of winter is citrus fruit. I hate the cold and I live in Minnesota, so this is for reals. Read more ›
Sour cherries are my most favorite fruit and sour cherry jam is the one jam that I am truly addicted to. I fondly remember picking cherries as a kid, which my mother packed into jars and preserved for pies in the winter. Cherry pie is also my favorite pie, in case anyone wants to make me one. Read more ›
I have a confession to make. I do not love marmalade. I know I should. I want to. All that gorgeous fruit in colorful arrays, brightening the cold winter days. The smell of cooking marmalade is divine. I love citrus rind in dressings and desserts, risottos and sauces. But when it comes to spreading it on toast, the bitterness is to much for me. I love bitter things, just not on my toast.