Whole Gooseberry Jam

Posted on December 17th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

Bottles of whole Gooseberry jam would be lined up in kitchen shelf to last for a year and we would be given one Gooseberry daily in a cup along with some sugar syrup like a Jamoon.  This jam used to be a  favorite among kids and the jam would never last a year!

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Pineapple Jam

Posted on November 5th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

This is perfect way to preserve Pineapple with its natural aroma and taste intact. I like to retain the original color and aroma of Pineapple and hence have neither added food color nor essence.

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Mango Tit Bits Jam

Posted on June 29th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

Jam with Mango pieces floating in it!
Time Required: 20 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 Cup Mango pieces (neither raw nor ripe), preferably Thothapuri
1 Cup Sugar

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Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables

Posted on February 12th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

Two decades ago, Central Food Technology Research Institute (C.F.T.R.I) in Mysore conducted classes for women in Mysore regarding preservation of fruits and vegetables.  Mom completed the course and to this day prepares amazing squashes, jams, jellies, murabba, ketchup, thokku, pickles and chutneys.  I have learnt many procedures, tips and tricks from her regarding preservation of [...]

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