Why I make homemade jam: It's a great way to use excess fruit. My own fruit is at its peak ripeness at this time so it has wonderful flavor. It's also nearly organic - it's received few or no sprays. Homemade jam also makes a great gift! - Joyce Larson Materials: Sugar 0-3 cups (I use 3) 4 [...]
Just in time for Thanksgiving, make a pie from scratch to impress your friends and family! MOM'S PIE CRUST (Makes 2 crusts) Ingredients: 2 cups flour (and extra flour for rolling out dough) 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 HEAPING tablespoons Crisco shortening (2 tablespoons for each spoonful) 5 tablespoons cold water (use a tiny bit more if using whole [...]