UCCE Master Food Preservers of Sonoma County

06/24/2026

Blueberry-Maple Preserves

Blueberries preserved in maple syrup: perfect for topping a stack of pancakes or drizzling over yogurt & granola.

https://pomonapectin.com/blueberry-maple-preserves/

06/23/2026

Peach-Jalapeno Jam

Pair this peach jalapeño jam with cream cheese on a bagel or English muffin- also try this as a glaze on pork tenderloin.

https://pomonapectin.com/peach-jalapeno-jam/

06/22/2026

Try Adding Some Fruits and Vegetables to Your Grilling Menu

Summer grilling is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and have healthful, flavorful meals.
Fruits and vegetables add color, texture, flavor and nutrition without adding many calories.
Grilling adds a smoky flavor and caramelizes natural sugars to enhance sweetness.

https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/sites/default/files/2022-05/fn1856.pdf

06/21/2026

06/20/2026

How to Can Sweet Spreads

To gel properly, sweet spreads must contain the right combination of fruit, pectin, acid and sugar. The fruit gives each spread its unique flavor and color. Fruit also supplies the water needed to dissolve the other ingredients and some or all of the pectin and acid. Good quality, flavorful fruits make the best sweet spreads..

https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/gh1461

06/19/2026

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when enslaved Texans learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

•The celebration began in Texas and spread nationwide, becoming a federal holiday in 2021!

•Juneteenth honors freedom, resilience and Black history while recognizing the ongoing fight for equality.

06/18/2026

Cherry Burgundy Jam

This is a very flavorful jam is so good used as a topping over ice cream or cake, as well as over cream cheese on a bagel or English Muffin.

https://pomonapectin.com/cherry-burgundy-jam/

06/17/2026

Kiwi-Raspberry-Lime Jam

Enjoy on toasted bread or brioche, or to use as an accompaniment for a plate of cheese!

https://pomonapectin.com/kiwi-raspberry-lime-jam/

06/16/2026

Hot Italian Giardiniera Recipe

A spicy and flavorful crunch that adds a burst of flavor to countless dishes. From sandwiches and salads to charcuterie boards… you’ll want to have a jar on hand at all times.

https://www.ballmasonjars.com/blog?cid=hot-italian-giardiniera-recipe

06/15/2026

Pineapple Jalapeno Relish

For a tropical taste this summer try Pineapple Jalapeño Relish. With sweet ripe pineapple, tangy apple cider vinegar, and the heat of jalapeño, this relish is packed with flavor. Pair this sweet and spicy recipe with grilled fish or turkey burgers this summer!

https://www.ballmasonjars.com/blog?cid=pineapple-jalapeno-relish