The only thing I knew of cherries growing up was the ones that came out of a can that my grandmother would smother a cheesecake with. I loathed them. And there was no way you were going to get me to eat fresh ones, because I wasn’t a big fan of most fruits. Yep, I was a w...
As well as this, cherries grown from pits will not grow 'true to type', as points out Rebecca Sears of Ferry-Morse. This means that the cherries will likely taste differently than the original cherry the pit came from. However, with the right methods and maintenance, it can still be a...
Then, make a sugar syrup over medium high heat in a medium saucepan with some fresh lemon juice and spices added. The basic recipe is 1/2 cup water to 1/2 cup sugar as the base. When this has boiled, add the cherries to cook at a low simmer to get the natural cherry flavor....
Bleh. Raw fresh figs do NOT taste like fig newtons minus the cake part, just FYI. Some people, lots of people in fact, love them, but I am not one of them. So I thought I hated figs. But as with most things in life (I swear to you, I promise on all that is good and holy...
Be aware that mice like to eat the content of these bags. Before leaving for vacation, I left the cherry pit bag out. When I came home I found cherry pits in the back of my closet, my dresser and in my attic. Now, when the bag is not being used I keep it in a ziploc bag in...
Cherries grow best where winters are just cold enough to freeze the top few inches of soil; this gives the trees the necessary dormancy to set fruit in spring. Sweet cherries grow best in cool, arid regions. Sweet cherries are hardy in Zones 5 to 9; they can withstand winter temperatures...
they are best enjoyed fresh, so try them in your salads or bring them along as a snack. With their sweet and slightly tart flavor, they pair well with various recipes. Plus, they hold their shape well, which makes them ideal for cooking in savory dishes without worrying about them turning...
Remove the stems, pits, or cores, if any. Peel, if necessary.Cherriesand berries do not require peeling, while fruit likepearsandpeachesdo. For jams, cut up or mash the fruit and for preserves, use fruit whole or cut them into large chunks. For jelly, cut, crush, or juice the fruit...
In this post, we’re showing you how to make fruit leathers using a dehydrator, plus recipes for three different flavors! Want to incorporate more fruits (and veggies) into your active lifestyle? Learn how to make your own fruit leathers!Fresh Off the Gridcontributors Kira & Brendon Hak of...
Look for small, oblong, slightly plump fruits. They should have a little bit of give when you squeeze them, but not be soft. Wrinkled skin means they’re on their way to prune-town; too soft means you’ll definitely need to cook them (but these should really be cooked when fresh for...