The Perfect Garden Herb I love growing herbs; especially hardy herbs that thrive year round in my zone 7a garden. Although rosemary is my favorite herb, sage is a close second. Sage, Salvia officinalis , is native to the Mediterranean, belonging to the Lamiaceae (mint) family along with oregano, lavender, rosemary, thyme and basil. Sage…
Wine Jelly I’ve seen recipes for wine jellies in several canning recipe books all summer long. Why make jelly out of wine? Why not! It’s way simpler than making grape jelly. Plus, it tastes like wine 🙂 In order to make traditional jellies, you have to cook down the fruit, then pass it through a…
Cards With an Herbal Flair I love herbs; not just cooking with them or growing them. For me, herbs are a wonderful component to my daily life. They beautify my garden, provide a pleasant aroma and give beneficial insects the necessary nourishment they need. Most of all, herbs have an air of romanticism about them….