"HOW TO MAKE" RECIPE FROM THE JAM JAR SHOP

It’s almost that time of year again – if you listen closely, you can hear the sleighbells starting to ring. Get prepared for the most indulgent time of year with the most classic of homemade creations: the mince pie. We haven’t just provided you with a range of storage options in the form of our vast range of products, but we have also given you an easy-to-follow recipe to bring the Christmas spirit straight into your kitchen. Recipe Equipment 2 Patty tins (12 Holes Per Tin) Pastry brush Tablespoon   Recipe Ingredients 280g mincemeat 225g cold, diced butter 350g plain flour 100g golden caster...

Impress party guests or surprise friends with a homemade brandy that is more than sweet – it is also always guaranteed to go down a treat. November is prime plum season, and we think the festive period is the perfect time to try your hand at homemade brandy. It’s easier than you think too, especially with our easy-to-follow recipe and readily available glass jars and bottles. Recipe Equipment Large Sterilised Jar Large glass bottle Muslin-lined sieve (or kitchen paper)   Recipe Ingredients 350g halved and destoned plums  700ml brandy 175g white caster sugar ½ cinnamon stick 1 star anise HOW TO MAKE plum brandy Put...

Plum Chutney makes for the perfect accompaniment with some soft cheese or your favourite meats, and when peppered with spice it has that extra kick. We thought we would give you some inspiration with a simple-to-follow recipe that nevertheless creates quite the tastebud-tingling effect. Use any of our relevant glass jars to store this chutney once you have made it, while carefully making sure you have closed the lid properly to seal in the flavour. Recipe Ingredients 1 large pan Oiled knife Glass jars Wooden spoon Recipe Ingredients 1kg plum: halved, stoned and finely chopped 3 (finely chopped) onions 500g light muscovado sugar Use...

Britain’s favourite Bramley apples are in season in October. Why not forego the predictable apple pie and make a delicious jam out of them instead?

Pears are particularly flavoursome once they come into season in October, so this fruit is a prime pick for jam-making during this time. The addition of ginger gives a complimentary kick and by incorporating cooking apples, you can create a tasty jam for all the family. Peruse our jam jars here to make your preparatory purchase so you have the right container for your autumnal treat.