Open, blkberries on Friday, Berry Chipotle Jam recipe

Hi gang,

We're open today from 12:00 to 6:00. It's a day of celebration for some I'm sure - the kiddos return to school! They'll be needing healthy lunch food and smoothies after school and sports. I'll keep bringing in the berries of you continue to want them :)

Organic blackberries will arrive on Friday. They will be delivered on Friday @ noon and be available until sold out. If there are any left Friday we'll keep them cool and put them out Saturday.


Here's a recipe from a very loyal and enjoyable customer.....

My neighbor, Lois Jenkins, who just started to make jam a few weeks ago, came up with an unusual recipe: Strawberry Chipotle Jam! It is your sweet berries with a bite! I asked Lois if it was okay to share the recipe and she said, Sure! so here it is. Please share with your list. Note - you can adjust the 'heat' - spoon a little, let it cool and taste before you can or serve!

Strawberry Chipotle Jam

3 pints of Sally's strawberries, remove tops and mash up a bit
2 1/2 peppers, taken from canned chipotle. Chop fine, remove seeds and stem. (If you have fresh that should be fine too)
3/4 cup sugar
1 box pectin
1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Cook all ingredients together. Lois didn't say how long but I guess for at least a few minutes. Test for gelling on chilled spoons or plates. Lois suggest to add the chipotle sauce from the can to make it hotter, to your liking.

Makes 3 half pint jars.

Doesn't make a whole lot but I'd add that if you can get the smaller jars, use those so you'll be able to give to a few more friends to try.

Barbara Ginsberg

p.s. Rex's Hardware opens next weekend! A local favorite returns. Please continue to support local businesses like Sally's, Rex's, and our downtown stores.

p.s.s. if you are looking for fresh veggies - try Greenstrings on Frates Road right off of Adobe. They are nice people and believe strongly in bringing you the best fresh produce!

Cheers!!

Sally Strawberry