Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Let the "bottling" begin

I have said that I am in Southern Italy at the single best time for fresh produce, but what about the Winter? Without ripe Tomatoes and fresh herbs what is an Italian with a big appetite to do? Surely Polenta, Potatoes, Meat and Pasta tire...

Bottle everything imaginable!

In addition to the homemade marmalades (Cherry, Orange, Figs, Strawberry, Apricot and Peach) Baroness Cecilia makes a myriad of Vegetables, Marinades and Pastes during the Summer months.

Although tedious (I am not a factory people), there is much to learn about the art of bottling, both the intrinsic science (vinegar, temperature etc) and the ability to adjust recipes. And I will forever have birthday/holiday gifts on lock.

Stay tuned, there is much to do!

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