Shortcut Seville marmalade
Shortcut Seville marmalade

If you've never made marmalade before then this shortcut recipe is for you - it saves hours on the traditional method

Sandham family mincemeat
Sandham family mincemeat

A real treat. Associate food editor, Barney Desmazery, has had this recipe in his family for 100 years

Spiced cranberry & pear relish
Spiced cranberry & pear relish

A Christmassy relish which will keep in the cupboard for up to six months, making it perfect for make-ahead gifts

Boozy mincemeat
Boozy mincemeat

A staple of Christmas, this mincemeat will make the perfect addition to all your seasonal baking

How to make marmalade
How to make marmalade

Seize the short Seville orange season with homemade marmalade. Follow our simple step-by-step instructions to make this brilliant breakfast offering

Lemon marmalade
Lemon marmalade

Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort

Jewelled mincemeat
Jewelled mincemeat

A lighter, zingier and fruitier version of traditional mincemeat. Can be frozen for up to 6 months

Spicy plum & apple chutney
Spicy plum & apple chutney

This multi-purpose chutney can add zing to sandwiches or makes a great dip for poppadums

Zesty mincemeat
Zesty mincemeat

This coarse traditional mincemeat doesn't require any cooking- just throw in your nutmeg, brandy and suet and leave to soak

Rhubarb & ginger jam
Rhubarb & ginger jam

This delicious jam is a perfect late winter pick-me-up combining seasonal forced rhubarb with health-boosting ginger

14 Day Pickles
14 Day Pickles

An easy way to use up all those cucumbers from the garden.

Onion, orange & coriander confit
Onion, orange & coriander confit

Transform an abundant batch of onions into this more-ish preserve to serve with cheese or cold meats, or stir into casseroles and sauces

Gooseberry jam
Gooseberry jam

Use up a seasonal glut of fruit in a tasty homemade preserve - store it for months or present it as a gift in a rustic hamper

Preserved lemon & lime squeezes
Preserved lemon & lime squeezes

Preserving is a canny way to make the most of leftover lemon and lime wedges and skins. You can use the rind part of the fruit in future recipes

Jumbleberry jam
Jumbleberry jam

If you have berries that need using up, boil them down into jars of preserve in mere minutes

Whiskey marmalade
Whiskey marmalade

Add a kick to a classic. Marmalade lovers won't be able to resist

Quince & rosewater jelly and quince paste
Quince & rosewater jelly and quince paste

This makes two preserves in one, as pulp left over from making the jelly is used to make quince paste, also known as 'membrillo' in Spain

Apricot Jam with Orange Blossom Aroma
Apricot Jam with Orange Blossom Aroma

Enjoy the true taste of sun‑kissed apricots in a homemade jam, highlighted by delicate lemon notes and the fragrance of orange blossoms – a perfect accompaniment for toast, pancakes and cheese.

Apple‑grape chutney
Apple‑grape chutney

Rich aroma of coriander, cumin and mustard seed highlights the juiciness of apples and grapes. This chutney becomes a bright accent in gift sets or festive tables.

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