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Condiments, Jams, Jellies, and Gift Recipes

Whether you enjoy 'putting up' a rich harvest of fruits or vegetables, or you like to give homemade gifts for the holidays and special occasions, these easy recipes are all delicious and foolproof.

Cherry Freezer Jam

his easy jam is made in minutes and stored in your freezer; made with freezer pectin and fresh bing cherries, it's unbeatable.

Mint Pesto

Mint pesto is a sweet pesto intended for use in desserts. Recipe for mint pesto as a dessert sauce or condiment.

Crockpot Chutney

Crockpot chutney can be made in your slowcooker for holiday gifts. Slow cooker chutney is a delicious condiment cooked in your crockpot.

Cranberry Relish

Cranberry relish for Thanksgiving is an easy and delicious side dish.

Pineapple Chutney

This pineapple chutney recipe can be served with grilled meats or used as a condiment with any Caribbean or Asian meal.

Apple Mint Chutney

Make your own apple mint chutney to give as Christmas gifts using this quick and easy recipe.

Apricot Salsa

This fresh, tangy salsa recipe is made with apricots, tomatoes, ginger, and rosemary. Serve this easy salsa with grilled chicken or pork.

Avocado Salsa Recipe

Smooth, buttery avocados and fresh juicy tomatoes combine for a fabulous fresh salsa recipe.

Berry Salsa

Fresh berries combined with mint and jalepno make a sweet and spicy salsa recipe that's delicious on grilled chicken or fish or as a dip for tortilla chips.

Blueberry Chutney

This delicious condiment recipe starts with fresh blueberries and cinnamon. It makes a wonderful sandwich spread or appetizer dip.

Blueberry Salsa

Sweet blueberries and spicy jalapeno peppers make a delicious new salsa recipe that's perfect for complementing grilled chicken and fish, or to give as a holiday gift.

Cherry Salsa

Cherries and cherry preserves, along with spicy ingredients like jalapenos and red onions, combine in this easy fresh fruit salsa recipe.

Corn Salsa Recipe

Fresh corn cut off the cob and juicy, sweet tomatoes make a delicious easy salsa recipe perfect with any grilled meat, or as an appetizer dip with tortilla chips.

Cranberry Sauce Recipes

This easy cranberry sauce recipe takes only minutes to make. Enjoy it for Thanksgiving this year.

Crockpot Apricot Conserve

Make this delicious and simple apricot conserve in your crockpot to give as holiday gifts.

Crockpot Apricot Preserves

Make your own apricot preserves in your slow cooker with this easy two ingredient recipe and give for Christmas gifts.

Crockpot Apple Compote

Make this easy and delicious fruity compote recipe in your crockpot to give as Christmas gifts.

Crockpot Mincemeat

Homemade mincemeat is quite the Christmas gift! Make this deep and rich recipe easily in your crockpot.

Cucumber Peach Salsa

Crisp cucumbers and juicy peaches combine for an unusual, delicious salsa recipe perfect for serving over grilled meats, or with tortilla chips as an appetizer.

Cucumber Salsa

Cool cucumbers together with sour cream, cilantro and cumin make an easy and delicious salsa recipe which is perfect with grilled fish, or as an appetizer with taco chips.

Fresh Tomato Salsa

Different varieties of fresh tomatoes make a wonderful tart and tangy salsa recipe perfect to serve as a condiment for a Mexican dinner.

Greek Salsa

Greek flavors, including feta cheese, tomatoes, and cucumbers, combine with other ingredients in a fresh salsa recipe perfect with grilled fish or chicken.

Green Salsa

Green salsa, or salsa verde, is a classic Mexican sauce made with tomatillas, jalapeno peppers, onion, and lime juice.

Grainy Honey Mustard

Make your own mustard? Sure, especially if you have a mustard lover on your list who can't have salt. This fun recipe is very delicious; let it sit for a few weeks in the fridge before using.

Lemon Curd

Make your own lemon curd using this delicious and simple recipe and give as gifts for Christmas.

Mango and Bean Salad

This easy and colorful salad or salsa recipe is made using canned ingredients so you can make it even during a natural disaster.

Mixed Fruit Salsa

Fresh fruits, including mangoes, oranges, and pears, combine to make a sweet and spicy salsa recipe that is delicious with salty tortilla chips.

Olive Salsa Recipe

Different types of olives combine with salad dressing to make a savory salsa recipie that is delicious with grilled beef or pork.

Peach Orange Salsa Recipe

Peaches, oranges, shallots, and jalapeno peppers combine in this fresh and fun salsa recipe that is perfect with grilled fish or chicken.

Peach Salsa

Juicy peaches combine with red pepper flavors, lime juice, and spicy cilantro for a great new salsa recipe perfect for dipping with tortilla chips.

Pickled Peppers Recipe

Make these delicious spicy peppers fromthis easy recipe and give as holiday gifts.

Pineapple Salsa

Canned pineapple, jalapeno peppers and orange marmalade make a great fresh tasting salsa recipe perfect for dipping with salty tortilla chips.

Strawberry Salsa Recipe

Fresh red strawberries make a great salsa recipe when combined with jalapeno peppers and strawberry jam.

Pesto Recipe

Searching for the best pesto recipe? This simple recipe for basil pesto uses just five ingredients and makes a sauce packed full of flavor.

Cranberry Walnut Compote

Searching for a delicious cranberry compote or cranberry sauce? Cranberry Walnut Compote has tons of texture and flavor with walnuts, dried cranberries, apples, and oranges.

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