Comments on Tinned Tomatoes: Putting Up

Hi Johanna, The appearance of the oranges was a bi...

2008-04-13T14:22:00.000+01:00

Hi Johanna,
The appearance of the oranges was a bit of serendipity, I did them really quickly, but my rinder is nice and sharp!

Do try making preserves, once you have figured out how to sterilise your jam jars (I use the dishwasher) and have bought a funnel to help with the pouring, it is easy and very satisfying!

A very kind friend helped me to construct the index, I really needed one!

Thanks atxvegn!

It is good Kevin! I am thinking of trying strawberry and rhubarb next time.

I will look out for your concoction, Recipegirl!

That's ok, Val!

It's great it keeps so long, isn't it Urban Vegan? I don't manage to keep it so long, I cn't resist giving some away and tucking into the rest!

I'll have to go and see if you posted your rhubarb jam Mike!

Hi Deb, The kitchen smelled gorgeous! Although Graham didn't appreciate the smell of his arch enemy - rhubarb! I enjoy making a label or two, I think it finishes of the jam jar nicely, especially if it is a gift.

You stretch those free hours tight as it is Lisa, but I think you may get hooked it you started! Maybe some spicy chutney or chilli jam.

I did make the label Ricki, the secret is watercolour paper, it is nice and thick and tears nicely! Weather-wise, we have moved into lots of rain!

Thanks Chow Vegan!

Thank you Wheeler!

It is easy when you have a dishwasher Ashley, but if not it just takes a little extra time in the oven.

I am glad you like my jam Rosie, I am looking forward to seeing the line-up!

Thanks Johanna, I will think about my words!

hi holler - just tagged you for a meme to write si...

2008-04-10T23:15:00.000+01:00

hi holler - just tagged you for a meme to write six words about yourself if you are up for the challenge (no worries if you don't) - check out tag at http://gggiraffe.blogspot.com/2008/04/long-winded-nut-roast-post.html

Hi Holler, what a great preserve with wonderful ph...

2008-04-10T10:24:00.000+01:00

Hi Holler, what a great preserve with wonderful photos!!

Thank you so much for taking part and I am very impressed with your entry :D

Rosie x

Haha glad to hear the jam won Graham over! Your ja...

2008-04-10T05:11:00.000+01:00

Haha glad to hear the jam won Graham over! Your jar of jam looks so cute. I really want to try making jam but I'm paranoid about the process of sterilizing the jars and making sure no bad things will grow in there.

Thanks for the recipe! It looks delicious.

2008-04-09T20:03:00.000+01:00

Thanks for the recipe! It looks delicious.

Looks awesome - love the photos!

2008-04-09T20:00:00.000+01:00

Looks awesome - love the photos!

Holler, sounds delicious--and nice and easy! And a...

2008-04-09T14:06:00.000+01:00

Holler, sounds delicious--and nice and easy! And am I right that you created that gorgeous, whimsical label? Chef AND artist!! Thanks for mentioning the event, too.

Oh, and it sounds like your weather isn't that far off from ours over here; it's pouring rain today, and cold again, after being in the high teens yesterday.

PS. Love the new profile photo!

Sounds very nice Holler. I really must try making ...

2008-04-08T22:02:00.000+01:00

Sounds very nice Holler. I really must try making some preserves one of these days. If only there were a few more hours in a day!

Nice combination Holler! When I think of Ruhbarb ...

2008-04-08T21:13:00.000+01:00

Nice combination Holler! When I think of Ruhbarb I think of strawberries only. Wow I bet your kitchen smelled wonderful! Cool photo of your oranges. And like everyone else, I love those labels. I think you should start a lable making business!

That looks delicious! I recently did a rhubarb-bas...

2008-04-08T20:25:00.000+01:00

That looks delicious! I recently did a rhubarb-based jam as well and am in love--I'll have to try this one, too!

What a great diea. I haven't made jam in years--pr...

2008-04-08T17:10:00.000+01:00

What a great diea. I haven't made jam in years--probably b/c were still using up the giant batch I put up about 3 years ago.

Thank you Mrs. Beeton and Holler for this recipe:D...

2008-04-08T16:14:00.000+01:00

Thank you Mrs. Beeton and Holler for this recipe:D

wow, that was quick! I've got an idea- not implem...

2008-04-08T05:44:00.000+01:00

wow, that was quick! I've got an idea- not implemented yet. Great job- looks yummy!!

Rhubarb and orange jam sounds so good.

2008-04-08T02:39:00.000+01:00

Rhubarb and orange jam sounds so good.

It's a beautiful color! It sounds just delicious....

2008-04-08T00:30:00.000+01:00

It's a beautiful color! It sounds just delicious.

Oh and I meant to say I like your new recipe index...

2008-04-07T23:53:00.001+01:00

Oh and I meant to say I like your new recipe index - it's most useful for browsing your recipes and the no croutons required event!

I am quaking in my boots because preserves are som...

2008-04-07T23:53:00.000+01:00

I am quaking in my boots because preserves are something I want to do but fear a little - will try to do something - glad there is a generous lead time - love your jam - lucky graham to have this homemade jam - and I was really impressed by the look of your zested oranges - wish I could zest so prettily

Thank you about the labels Pia!I now what you mean...

2008-04-07T23:17:00.000+01:00

Thank you about the labels Pia!

I now what you mean about men treading carefully when it comes to food! Graham has cautiousness and suspicion to hand at all times!

Looks lovely! And I agree with Wendy, love those l...

2008-04-07T22:46:00.000+01:00

Looks lovely! And I agree with Wendy, love those labels!

And, um, what is it with guys - well, mostly anyway - and their childish behaviour when it comes to certain food/ingredients...? With Mats it's mainly cheese, which is plain silly since he doesn't mind eating pizza or pies...:/

Hi Jen, Mmmm or even better on a scone! Yum!Thanks...

2008-04-07T21:56:00.000+01:00

Hi Jen, Mmmm or even better on a scone! Yum!

Thanks Wendy, Just drawn with a pen on watercolour paper and then a touch of the old coloured pencil! Doodley fun!

Lovely photos, Holler. And how do you make those ...

2008-04-07T20:50:00.000+01:00

Lovely photos, Holler.
And how do you make those labels?

Lovely yummy, scrumptious rhubarb! Looks fantastic...

2008-04-07T20:40:00.000+01:00

Lovely yummy, scrumptious rhubarb! Looks fantastic, Holler. Would be perfect for my morning tea and toast :-)

Hi Pixie, We had a Public Holiday here today and I...

2008-04-07T20:14:00.000+01:00

Hi Pixie,

We had a Public Holiday here today and I had all the ingredients I needed, so I just went ahead. I am really pleased I did!

And the irrepressible bit, well...!

Holler, I'm really 'chuffed' that you referred me ...

2008-04-07T20:07:00.000+01:00

Holler, I'm really 'chuffed' that you referred me as being irrepressible. lol

Thanks sweetie your Jam looks Fab and I'm totally impressed that you made it so quickly! (and glad the OH approves)