and preserving in small batches is quite often more achievable. Use oven mitts, pot holders or thick cloths to handle hot jars. Keep your fingers away from the rims once jars are sterilised.

Two easy jam-filled desserts satisfy the craving for bright, bold berries when they’re far from their peak. One of my ...

Store dried foods in airtight jars in a cool, dark place to keep them fresh. Pickling is a fun way to preserve vegetables ... turn them into jam. Mash fruits like strawberries, peaches, or mangoes ...