In its small glass jar, the apricot jam looked smooth and dense — closer to apple butter than glossy preserves. Apricots will always darken during cooking, but this stuff had deepened a few shades ...

Jam is a delightful concoction created from the vibrant essence of crushed or puréed fruit, encompassing not only the succulent flesh and juice but often the zesty peels, too. This unique blend ...

The peaches this summer have been the best I’ve ever had. Maybe that’s because I’m pregnant so everything tastes better, or maybe it’s just a good year for peaches. I have been eating at least one ...

Jelly, jam, and preserves are all types of fruit spreads made from heating pectin, sugar, and acid. Jelly is made from fruit juice and has a firmer gel and a smooth texture. Jams and preserves are ...

Lidia Mattichio Bastianich is one of the best-loved chefs on public television, a best-selling cookbook author, restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business. Her current ...