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Easy and Delicious Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Easy and Delicious Homemade Ricotta Cheese

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour milk into a saucepan set over medium heat. Heat milk until it registers 194 degrees F (90 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. 2 Stir lemon juice and salt slowly into warmed milk. Let stand until milk curdles, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour milk mixture carefully into the lined strainer. Let stand until most of the liquid has drained off the ricotta, about 15 minutes. Discard drained liquid.

By Alicia_in_London

Pick of the Piccata Sauce

Pick of the Piccata Sauce

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring chicken broth and garlic to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium to simmer. Stir in artichoke hearts, lemon juice, and capers; simmer for 3 minutes. Add butter and whisk until melted.
  2. 2 Whisk water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir mixture into the sauce and continue cooking until thickened and bubbly, about 30 seconds.

By Mary Elizabeth Vaquer

The Best Classic Pesto

The Best Classic Pesto

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pulse basil and garlic in a food processor about 8 times until finely chopped. Add toasted pine nuts and salt; turn processor on low and drizzle olive oil through the chute until everything is incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; pulse 2 times.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Rudy's Garlic Scape Pesto

Rudy's Garlic Scape Pesto

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the garlic scapes, Parmesan cheese, Asiago cheese, lemon juice, and pine nuts in the bowl of a food processor. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture. Blend until the pesto is a brilliant green color and smooth in texture. Season with salt and pepper.

By lrob96

Homemade Pesto

Homemade Pesto

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place basil, Italian parsley, and garlic into a food processor, pulse several times to combine, and process until basil is finely chopped, about 30 seconds. Add pine nuts to basil mixture; process until finely chopped, 30 more seconds. Process Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into mixture until finely ground.
  2. 2 Mix lemon juice into mixture with the machine running; slowly drizzle olive oil into pesto in the running machine until incorporated and pesto is thoroughly combined. Turn off machine and season pesto to taste with salt and black pepper.

By Peggy

Light Lemon Pesto Pasta

Light Lemon Pesto Pasta

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti at a boil until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain. Transfer spaghetti to a large bowl.
  2. 2 Put cubed Romano cheese in the bowl of a food processor; process until coarsely grated, about 30 seconds. Put garlic into the food processor and process until the cheese and garlic are combined. Add spinach, basil, walnuts, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt; process until the mixture comes together into a thick paste. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
  3. 3 With food processor running, drizzle olive oil into the mixture. Continue processing until the oil is integrated smoothly.
  4. 4 Pour sauce over spaghetti and toss to coat.

By Baking Nana

Nonna's Tuscan Salad Dressing

Nonna's Tuscan Salad Dressing

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place mayonnaise, vinegar, water, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and black pepper into a blender. Blend for 2 minutes, then pour into a salad dressing container and refrigerate, at least 1 hour. Shake well before using.

By Baricat

Spinach Basil Pesto

Spinach Basil Pesto

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place spinach, basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, lemon zest, and pepper into a food processor; blend until nearly smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula as necessary.
  2. 2 Drizzle remaining olive oil into the mixture while processing until smooth.
  3. 3 Enjoy!

By Dianne

Mushroom Pesto

Mushroom Pesto

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms and shallot in melted butter until mushrooms are lightly browned and soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and set it aside to cool for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Transfer cooled mushroom mixture to a blender; add pine nuts, olive oil, vegetable broth, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse the blender a few times until mixture is finely ground, scraping down the sides of the pitcher with a spatula as needed; scrape into a mixing bowl.
  3. 3 Stir Parmesan cheese through blended mixture until incorporated.

By Jewels Cooks

Canning Tomato Sauce from Fresh Tomatoes

Canning Tomato Sauce from Fresh Tomatoes

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
70 min
Total
580 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tomatoes, in batches, to boiling water for 30 to 45 seconds. Remove from boiling water; plunge into ice water. Peel off tomato skins; cut in half. Remove seeds using your finger or a spoon. Place in a colander to drain.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Combine tomatoes, onion, lemon juice, red wine, celery, basil, bell pepper, garlic, salt, bay leaves, and black pepper in a large pot over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Inspect 8 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until tomato sauce is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  5. 5 Pack tomato sauce into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot or canner and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 35 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove jars from the stockpot; place on a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, 8 hours to overnight. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By dhires

Tomato Harvest Marinara Sauce

Tomato Harvest Marinara Sauce

4.2

Prep
60 min
Cook
135 min
Total
915 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Inspect 10 quart-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until sauce is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. 2 Place tomatoes, honey, oregano, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and bay leaves in a large stockpot; add water to cover. Stir to combine, cover, and bring to a low boil over medium-high heat. Remove the cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. 3 While tomatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onions and garlic in hot oil until onions are softened but not browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. 4 Transfer cooked tomatoes to a food mill placed over a bowl; purée in batches, separating tomato pulp and juice from tomato skins and seeds.
  5. 5 Return tomato pulp and juice to the stockpot. Stir in cooked onions and garlic. Cook, uncovered and stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, over medium-high heat until sauce thickens and reduces by about half, 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes.
  6. 6 Transfer the jars and lids from simmering water to a dry towel.
  7. 7 Place 3 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon salt into each jar. Ladle hot tomato sauce into the sterilized jars, filling to within 1/2 inch of the top. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
  8. 8 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process until the jars are fully sealed, about 45 minutes.
  9. 9 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool dark area.

By ScandoGirl

Homemade Buttermilk

Homemade Buttermilk

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Pour milk into a bowl and add lemon juice.
  3. 3 Stir to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes. Use immediately.

By noubeh

Frozen Strawberry Jam

Frozen Strawberry Jam

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place strawberries in a pot over low heat; add lemon juice. Mash with a potato masher as strawberries thaw. Stir in sweetener when strawberries are the consistency of your liking.
  2. 2 Increase heat to medium and bring to a boil. Continue to cook until reduced and thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 While jam cooks, place a small plate in the freezer.
  4. 4 Put a small amount of jam on the cold plate and run your finger straight through, dividing it in half. If the mixture runs back together, continue to cook until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes more; if it stays divided, jam is ready to serve.

By iSpoons

Apricot Jam

Apricot Jam

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix apricots and lemon juice in a large pot over medium heat; add sugar and slowly bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. 3 Continue to cook and stir until apricot mixture thickens, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat and skim foam off the top if necessary.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, prepare five 1-pint jars with lids and rings by cleaning and sterilizing them in the dishwasher or a boiling water bath. Leave lids in simmering water until ready to seal jars.
  5. 5 Ladle hot jam into hot sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space on top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles.
  6. 6 Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  7. 7 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder, leaving a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
  8. 8 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place them onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight and the lid does not move up or down at all. Store in a cool, dark area.

By Megan

Loquat Jam

Loquat Jam

4.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
40 min
Total
305 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine loquats and sugar in a nonreactive saucepan. Let sit at room temperature, stirring occasionally, until loquats macerate and release their juices, about 3 hours.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, inspect two 8-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water. Place a couple of small plates in the freezer.
  3. 3 Bring loquats-sugar mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  4. 4 Blend fully or partially with an immersion blender, depending on how chunky you prefer your jam to be. Return to the stove and bring to a boil. Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.
  5. 5 Test to make sure jam is set by dropping a small amount of jam onto a frozen plate. Push with your finger; jam is ready when it wrinkles. If it's still runny, bring back to a boil, reduce heat, simmer for 5 minutes more, then test again.
  6. 6 Ladle hot jam into the sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with the lids and screw rings on tightly. Allow to cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Raspberry Jam without Pectin

Raspberry Jam without Pectin

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
510 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Bring raspberries to a boil in a very large pot. Cook for 4 minutes. Add sugar and lemon juice; stir well. Bring back to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for another 4 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove pot from heat and divide jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch of space at the top. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder, leaving a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 8 hours. Store in a cool, dark area.

By Francine Lizotte Club Foody

Strawberry Jam

Strawberry Jam

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Crush strawberries in a wide bowl in batches until you have 4 cups of mashed strawberries.
  3. 3 Combine mashed strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed saucepan; stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
  4. 4 Increase heat to high, and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil. Continue to boil, stirring often, until the mixture reaches 220 degrees F (105 degrees C).
  5. 5 Check doneness after 10 to 15 minutes by dropping a small spoonful of jam onto a frozen plate. Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes; if jam appears to gel, it is ready. Continue cooking if jam appears thin and runny.
  6. 6 Transfer jam into hot sterile jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  7. 7 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder.
  8. 8 Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  9. 9 Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Store in a cool, dark area.
  10. 10 Serve and enjoy!

By Katharine

Black Raspberry Jelly

Black Raspberry Jelly

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
1500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Crush black raspberries in a bowl. Pour berries into a sieve or cheesecloth over another bowl; let hang and drip into the bowl until the dripping stops. Press gently. Measure 3 cups of juice and pour into a large pot.
  2. 2 Stir lemon juice into the pot. Stir in sugar. Bring mixture to a full, rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin quickly. Return to a full boil and boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam from mixture using a metal spoon.
  3. 3 Inspect canning jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  4. 4 Ladle jelly mixture quickly into hot, sterilized jars, filling within 1/8-inch from tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  5. 5 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area for up to 1 year. Refrigerate opened jellies for up to 3 weeks.

By DelightfulDines

Honey Syrup

Honey Syrup

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine honey, water, lemon juice, and zest in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until boiling. Continue to boil until mixture thickens and is reduced by a fourth.

By DeniseNH

Prickly Pear Jelly

Prickly Pear Jelly

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
1500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Simmer 3 pint-size jars in a large pot of water until jelly is ready. Wash the lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
  2. 2 Slice ends off each prickly pear. Make 1 long vertical slit down each one. Use slit to hold skin and peel off. Discard peel.
  3. 3 Place peeled pears in a blender; purée in batches until liquefied. Press puréed mixture through a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl. Discard pulp and seeds.
  4. 4 Measure out 3 cups prickly pear juice and pour into a large pot. Add lemon juice and pectin; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add sugar and return to a boil, stirring constantly. Let cook at a boil until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. 5 Pour prickly pear jelly into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with the lids and screw on the rings.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a stockpot and fill halfway with water; bring to a boil. Lower jars 2 inches apart into boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover the stockpot, and process for 15 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface several inches apart. Let cool for at least 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

By Jennifer Simons

Easy Small-Batch Blueberry Jam

Easy Small-Batch Blueberry Jam

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
  3. 3 Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Serve and enjoy!

By Deb C