Why do so many jam recipes include lemon juice? Learn what acidity actually does, how it helps pectin set and which fruits are most likely to need it.
Category: Jams & Preserves
How Long Does Homemade Jam Last? Opened, Unopened and Low-Sugar Jam
How long can you keep homemade jam? Learn how storage changes once the jar is opened, why low-sugar jam keeps differently and how to recognise spoilage.
Homemade Piccalilli Recipe: A Traditional British Pickle
This homemade piccalilli recipe combines crisp cauliflower, carrots, cucumber, shallots and beans with a tangy mustard and turmeric sauce.
How to Make Chilli Tomato Jam | Homemade UK Preserve Recipe
A sweet, sharp and savoury chilli tomato jam made with tomatoes, red onions, garlic, fennel seeds, chillies, white wine vinegar and brown sugar. Perfect with cheese, burgers, cold meats or toast.
How to Make Roasted Red Pepper Jam
This roasted red pepper jam is sweet, savoury, lightly smoky and gently spicy. Roasting the peppers first gives it a deeper flavour than a standard chilli jam, making it perfect with cheese, burgers, cold meats, toasties and homemade gifts.
How to Make Strawberry Jam Without Pectin
A simple homemade strawberry jam without added pectin, made with strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and the squeezed lemon halves to help the set. A traditional full-sugar jam recipe with a clear cold plate test and beginner-friendly method.
Pumpkin Spice Jam – Autumn in a Jar
Got leftover pumpkin from carving? Or maybe a freezer full of pumpkin purée from last week’s video? 🎃
Well, we’re not wasting a bit of it — today we’re making Pumpkin Spiced Jam!
This cosy autumn preserve is the perfect way to use up extra pumpkin flesh or purée, turning it into something warm, sweet, and beautifully spiced. It’s like autumn in a jar — and it makes lovely homemade gifts too!
Witch’s Brew Jam | Blackberry & Apple Preserve with a Hint of Spice
Make Witch’s Brew Jam with blackberries, apples, and a touch of spice. A spooky Halloween preserve that’s perfect for parties, bakes, and homemade gifts
3 Easy Homemade Hummus Flavours | Sweet Chilli, Onion Chutney & Roasted Pepper
Make homemade hummus with a twist! Try three easy flavours — sweet chilli, onion chutney, and roasted red pepper. Quick, versatile, and perfect for sharing.
Homemade Pear Jam (Simple, Sweet & Perfect for Autumn)
Make homemade pear jam with just 3 ingredients. Simple, sweet, and perfect for beginners — enjoy on toast, cakes, or as a seasonal homemade gift.