I love making jams and preserves, as long as they are small batches. My one and only recipe book that I have has been well used, and so it was with great excitement I received a copy of Pam The Jam.
Pam The Jam
Pam Corbin may be well known to British consumers through her products Thursday Cottage. This is her book of preserves and how we can all be self-sufficient. Not only that, but how we can make the most of capturing the flavour of fruits and vegetables at their peak.
Chapters are divided into:
- Modern classic jam
- Soft set, low-sugar jam
- Coulis & compotes
- Jellies
- Fruit cheeses
- Fruit curds
- Marmalade
- Modern Classic Pickles
- Chutneys, savoury jams & ketchups
Recipes that caught my eye:
- Strawberry & vanilla jam (p42)
- Super fruity raspberry jam (p64)
- Springtime spread (p70)
- Blueberry & mint compote (p93)
- Herb jelly (p102)
- Gooseberry & elderflower curd (p144)
- Snacking pickles (p182)
- Helena’s hot-dog relish (p193)
- Pears for cheese (p200)
- Courgette chutney (p223)
What I thought:
For first time preservers and jam makers, this book is excellent. It includes notes on the basics and how to test for the setting point. Pam includes methods on how to scale up and scale down, as well as various ways of sterilising. The list of what you need, and the ingredients may seem daunting, but they are key to making the perfect recipe. Each chapter starts with an extensive list about the recipes you are about to encounter, including the shelf life and tips.
Publishing information:
ISBN 9781408884492
Disclosure: I was sent the book to review by Jonathan Ball Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. This post is in line with my blogging policy.
Inspiration published on Lavender and Lime October 23:
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- 2017 – Microwave Curd
- 2014 – Grapefruit Cordial
- 2011 – Enkosi Cookathon
I’ve never made preserves, but this book seems like the place to start!
It would be a great place to start 🙂
Ooh what is in the springtime spread? I agree, in small batches it’s fun.
I am going to make a few recipes over time and will share them 🙂
I have to make more jams. I’ve come to like them more and more. I’ll have to check out this book.
I am going to try more recipes from the book over time 🙂
I really like the sound of this book, Tandy. My mother is planning to make jam and preserves this year.
This is a great resource.