| This unassuming little book is not just about preserving harvest bounty. For the author making jam is a deeply healing meditational activity connecting her with her past and with the earth. The author is a successful owner of a preserve-making business and b & b and her past is inextricably entwined with jam. Reflective of her earth-centered spirit this book is divided seasonally. Within each season she discusses the particular flavor essences and memories she associates with this part of the yearly cycle and then she moves on to provide recipes. Her beautiful and highly personal prose reflects her background as a cellist and makes this book worthy of a read even if you never get around to making jam. However she may very well inspire even neophytes to try their hand at Strawberry Jam with Triple Sec Licqueur Pear with Ginger Jam or Apricot Pecan Muffins.By Joan Hassol Over 75 recipes for jams jellies chutneys cordials and breads No photos some illustrations No nutritional analysis Introductory section on equipment and processes 204 Pages paperback 5 1/4" x 8" |
