There is nothing more satisfying than stocking the shelves of your store cupboard with your own preserves, and this book is the ultimate guide. A detailed introduction covers equipment, basic methods and techniques needed. There then follows 150 fabulous recipes: try the delicious Wild Strawberry and Rose Petal Conserve, which goes perfectly with fresh crusty bread, or Mango and Papaya Relish, an unusual accompaniment to a cold meat buffet. And you can enhance your repertoire with recipes for curds, cheeses, sauces and mustards. Beautifully illustrated and with easy-to-follow instructions, this is an essential source book for any kitchen.

This book features classic recipes for the ultimate home-made preserve. It is a fabulous introduction to making sweet and tangy marmalades including wonderful ways to use them in the kitchen. It includes classic preserves such as Oxford Marmalade, St Clement's Marmalade and Lemon and Ginger Marmalade, as well as more unusual combinations like Tangerine and Lemon Grass Marmalade, and Peach and Kumquat Marmalade. It also features recipes that include marmalade such as Bitter Marmalade Chocolate Loaf, Marmalade Sticky Squares, and Marmalade and Soy Roast Duck. A useful introductory section provides information on ingredients, equipment and preserving techniques. It is illustrated with stunning photographs by Craig Robertson of practical steps and sumptuous final dishes. Each recipe has a full nutritional breakdown. Whether spread liberally over freshly buttered toast, poured over a steamed pudding, used as a meat glaze or eaten straight from the jar, nothing can beat the unique bittersweet taste of home-made marmalade.Traditionally made with citrus fruits, this little book will also introduce you to new fruit combinations such as cranberry, pomelo, pumpkin, pineapple and lemon grass, and includes recipes with marmalade as a key ingredient. The beautiful photographs are sure to inspire and the easy-to-follow instructions guarantee successful results every time.