When Austin and I first got married we were lucky enough to receive a Dutch oven as a wedding gift. This was one of the first meals that I ever made for us and it...

I love to open a jar of this sauce to toss with pasta on a winter evening. The flavors and texture transport me straight to the summer garden, with its orderly rows of heirloom tomatoes,...

I find myself using chicken stock in my cooking almost every day. I use a jar of stock to make rice and pasta dishes, and to make soups and stews. It is a quick and...

My boys absolutely love applesauce, so I make a big, steaming pot every year. It is a tradition in our family to walk down to the apple orchard planted by my great uncle, baskets in...

I loved doing this Magnolia Workshop: Savoring the Season, because we are always barbecuing at the ranch, whether it is to feed a crew of helpers or to celebrate a birthday. The sweet, tangy flavor...

I love making peach jam, and I love sharing it with friends. In our community, it has become a tradition for neighbors to give jam to one another at the end of the year. These...

Every time I pull a jar of these pickles off the shelf, I am so happy I took the time to make them. They are a wonderful addition to many kinds of sandwiches. I often...

Quick Pickles: Quick Pickling is a great way to preserve vegetables without all the hassle of boiling the jars. This recipe will enable you to pickle many of your favorite veggies, including onions (red, yellow,...

  This is the most basic but a forever classic, strawberry jam recipe. I love making lots this season since the kids are huge fans and there is nothing like homemade jam ready and on...