Preserves to prepare in summer: recipes

In the midst of a freezing winter, who wants to still savor the feeling of light, sun, warmth, and joy of summer vacations? There's a way to bring sunshine to the table even when it snows. Stock up on fruit, vegetables and summer spices and enclose their goodness in a jar, so you always have them ready to use in the winter. They're also a great gift idea, low-cost and wasteful, to bring back holiday souvenirs for your friends and relatives. Italians are truly masters of preserves: a recent survey of the Italian population's eating habits estimates that there are twenty million consumers and producers of homemade preserves. Is it thanks to grandmothers' recipes? There are countless, with the most diverse ingredients. Here are a few, simple and tasty.

Zucchini pesto

Zucchini pesto is a tasty variation of the one with basil which we can use spread on bruschetta or to season pasta, to flavor meats and cheeses and as an accompaniment to many dishes.

Homemade Basil Pesto

Basil pesto is made with simple, wholesome ingredients like garlic, pine nuts, pecorino, parmesan, and extra virgin olive oil. Pesto alla Genovese is excellent for pasta: it's quick to make, and once stored, it's ready to use. Here's how to make it.

Pistachio pesto

Pistachio pesto is a variation of basil pesto, which is made with pistachios and little else. Let's see how to make it at home in just a few steps.

Arugula and walnut pesto

A delicious and unusual winter recipe, perfect for spreading on crostini or enjoying with meats and cheeses. Simple and versatile.

Carrot pesto

The perfect condiment for a quick pasta dish or a fish-based main course. Our extra tip? It's best to grow carrots in your own garden or choose organic ones.

Dried tomatoes in oil

I tomatoes Dried tomatoes in oil are a highly appreciated and used type of preserve in the kitchen: to make a delicious salad, to put on bread, to flavor vegetables and cheeses, dried tomatoes immediately bring to mind summer and the sea.

Eggplant preserves in oil

The preserve of eggplant Preserving in oil is one of those recipes passed down from generation to generation that's very inexpensive and quick to prepare, making all your winter dishes delicious and satisfying. Let's see how.

Vegetable gardener

Giardiniera is a simple, delicately flavored dish, perfect as an appetizer or side dish. The name giardiniera comes from the bright colors of the preserve, which are reminiscent of a garden.

Herb-flavored salt

Herb-infused salt is an excellent food flavoring with a double benefit: on the one hand, you use aromatic herbs from your garden, saving money, and on the other, you use less salt to season your food (avoiding all the risks associated with excessive use). Let's see how. here

Artichokes in oil

Artichokes in oil are a delicious and appetizing preserve, perfect as an aperitif for Christmas and New Year's Eve! Let's take a look at the best types of artichokes and how to make them.

Pickled cucumbers

Perfect for garnishing sandwiches, as a tasty appetizer, or to enhance a salad, pickled gherkins are one of those preserves that are always good to have in the pantry.

Cherries in syrup

The perfect topping for ice cream, cakes, and yogurt. Choose the so-called "duracina" variety, which is meatier and better suited to jarring.

Grapes in alcohol

The perfect recipe for maintaining the flavor of your grapes intact all year round. To avoid the inconvenience of seeds, choose the Thompson variety.

Cherry jam

Strawberry jam

Apricot jam

Plum jam

Peach jam

Blackberry jam

Jam with leftover fruit

Banana jam

Goodness and energy at your fingertips. It's excellent in tarts, but also pairs well with savory dishes like cheeses for a delicious appetizer.

Grape jam

Sugar-free, it's a burst of flavor and energy for breakfast. Try it in place of mustard with cheeses or on savory toast.

Green tomato jam

A special and original jam, to prepare it at home it is best to choose green tomatoes, those that have not yet reached the point of ripeness.

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