#blackberries — Public Fediverse posts

It was a good year for our gravenstein #apples and a friend had lots of #pears so, along with 9 pounds of #blackberries, we’ve taken them to a company that will turn them into #cider for us. I don’t drink much cider but I’m interested in what it will taste like. #gardening #fruit

Picked the #blackberries from my driveway, the #figs from behind the house, and the #apples from the nearby public fountain.

They #taste how the end of #summer feels.

#slow #life #slowlife #homestead #Italy #wild #fruit

Call it a hobby, call it the result of growing up with Depression-era parents who grew a big garden, preserved a lot of food. Either way I do a lot of canning every year. Recent recipes: Green Tomato Caponata https://biketoworkbarb.blogspot.com/2026/08/green-tomato-caponata-recipe.html and a hot duo: Hot Pepper Jelly and Blackberry Chocolate Chili Jam https://biketoworkbarb.blogspot.com/2026/08/heating-it-up-hot-pepper-jelly-and.html
#Recipe #RecipeOfTheDay #TodaysRecipe #FoodInJars #CanningSeason #FoodPreservation #Peppers #Canning #Jelly #Jam #Caponata #berries #Blackberries #chocolate #HotPeppers

Picked those blackberries, 9 lbs / 4.1 kg. There was also 4.7 lbs / 2.1 kg raspberries (not all shown), and 3.6 lbs / 1.6 kg of blueberries.

#gardening #berries #GrowYourOwn #harvest #garden #orchard #blackberries #raspberries #blueberries #July9

I probably should pick some blackberries instead of just eating some when I walk by.

#gardening #orchard #blackberries #NatchezBlackberries #berries #July6

Traditional #Wojapi Recipe – #NativeAmerican Berry Sauce Made Simple

By Corinne Griffith
June 4, 2025

"Wojapi (pronounced WO-jah-pee) is a cherished Native American berry sauce rooted in #Lakota and #Dakota traditions. Made from wild berries and gently sweetened, this rich, velvety sauce was traditionally served with fry bread but today pairs beautifully with pancakes, yogurt, oatmeal, and even ice cream.Dairy & Eggs

"Whether you’re exploring Indigenous cuisine for the first time or rekindling a family favorite, this simple recipe is a perfect introduction to the beauty of ancestral cooking.

Why I Love This Recipe

"There’s a deep simplicity and warmth to Wojapi that makes it feel like a hug in sauce form. It’s naturally sweet, full of bold berry flavor, and comes together in minutes using fresh or frozen fruit. What I love most is that it’s endlessly versatile—use it as a topping, a dip, or even a glaze.

"It’s the kind of recipe you can make in one pot, with five ingredients or fewer, and still have something that feels rich with history and meaning. It has the same joyful, flexible vibe as Caramel Apple Nachos, but with deep cultural roots.

Ingredients

- 2 cups fresh or frozen berries
(traditional choices: #blueberries, #chokecherries, or #blackberries)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker consistency)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Optional Swaps & Tips

- Sweeteners: Maple syrup adds a subtle woodsy note, but honey is more traditional in some versions.
- Berries: Mix and match what you have. #Raspberries and #strawberries work too, but for authenticity, lean toward wild berries.
Cornstarch: Skip it for a thinner, more rustic sauce. Use it if you want a pudding-like consistency.
Citrus: A touch of lemon juice balances the sweetness and brings out the berry flavors."

Source:
https://chefmaniac.com/traditional-wojapi-recipe-native-american-berry-sauce-made-simple/

#SolarPunkSunday #WildBerries #IndigenousFoods #NativeAmericanFoods #BerrySauce

There's always a snack handy this time of year.

#gardening #orchard #berries #blackberries #blackcaps #raspberries #blueberries #June27

Blackberries, blueberries, black caps, red currants.

#gardening #berries #GrowYourOwn #garden #June1 #Blackberries #Blueberries #BlackCaps #BlackRaspberries #RedCurrants