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Red Currant Jelly Recipe (2 Ingredients, No Added Pectin)
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Red Currant Jelly Recipe (2 Ingredients, No Added Pectin)

This red currant jelly recipe starts with a pint of currant juice (or more) and sugar. You don’t need commercial pectin. I sometimes add almond extract to switch up the flavor, but it’s good with or without. If you’d like a currant spread recipe that uses less sugar, see “Apple Currant Spread“. This recipe is…

How to Use Mint Leaves for Food, Medicine, & More

How to Use Mint Leaves for Food, Medicine, & More

The distinctive flavor and properties of mint leaves make them a welcome addition in the kitchen and apothecary. Mint plants (genus Mentha) are easy to grow, inside or out. Fresh or dried, try mint leaves for recipes, aromatherapy, beauty treatments, upset stomach, clearing congestion, reducing fevers, and so much more.