Tag Archives: dairy

Honey Sweetened Lemon Butter

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Marisa

In my family, if you want to host a holiday celebration, it’s best to stake your claim early. My cousin Amy and her partner own the bulk of the Jewish holidays. Another cousin frequently hosts Thanksgiving. My parents are responsible … Continue reading →

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Homemade Yogurt in Mason Jars

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Marisa

My personal yogurt consumption goes up and down. I’ll go for weeks eating it every day and then suddenly, I’ll stop and a month will go by before I have it again. I have no good explanation for this. It’s … Continue reading →

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Transforming Homemade Creme Fraiche Into Cultured Butter

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Marisa

The deliciousness of butter is a universally understood truth (and the primary reason for Paula Deen’s career). However, for as good as regular old butter can be, cultured butter is just that much better. Cultured butter is made from cream … Continue reading →

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Homemade Crème Fraiche

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Marisa

A week or so ago, I posted a link to this Serious Eats post about making homemade creme fraiche on the Food in Jars Facebook page. The response was quick and fevered. People were amazed at how easy and simple … Continue reading →

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