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    Welcome to my Jam Jar Kitchen

    Elizabeth Jordan-Flight of Jam Jar Kitchen smiles in a warmly lit kitchen, holding a jar of pickled vegetables. She’s wearing a cozy sweater and striped apron, with several colorful jars of homemade preserves in front of her, alongside a camera—capturing the heart of home cooking and food blogging.

    I'm so glad you're here! This is your go-to spot for fresh, seasonal recipes that are big on flavor and made for real life. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner that won’t stress you out, a beautiful dish to impress your guests, or simple ways to preserve the season’s best produce, you’ll find it here!

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    Recipes for the Super Bowl


    Super Bowl season calls for food that’s easy to make and even easier to love. From simple dinners to crowd-friendly appetizers, these tried-and-true recipes are perfect for game day.

    • Close-up of ham and cheese sliders on a soft bun, topped with herbs and melted cheddar, served on a white plate.
      Ham and Cheese Sliders
    • Oval baking dish filled with creamy Jalapeño Popper Dip, topped with breadcrumbs, herbs, bacon, and sliced jalapeños, surrounded by crackers and fresh peppers on a wooden table.
      Jalapeño Popper Dip
    • spicy baked feta dip
      Baked Feta Dip
    • Reuben slider with a pickle slice on top
      Reuben Sliders

    Check out more Game Day Recipes

    New Posts


    Check out the newest blog posts and recipe creations from The Jam Jar Kitchen!

    • A plate of citrus and fennel salad with burrata, topped with chopped pistachios and fresh herbs, features sliced oranges and a creamy ball of burrata cheese, with a fork resting on the side.
      Citrus and Fennel Salad with Burrata
    • A bowl of beef goulash with carrots, potatoes, and parsley garnish sits on a blue cloth, accompanied by a loaf of bread and fresh parsley nearby.
      Hungarian Beef Goulash
    • A stack of five chocolate oatmeal No Bake Cookies sits on parchment paper, with oats scattered around and a dish of peanut butter in the background.
      No Bake Cookies
    • A plate of chocolate-covered toffee bark pieces, often called Christmas crack, topped with chopped nuts and arranged on parchment paper.
      Christmas Crack (aka: Saltine Cracker Toffee)
    • A glass jar filled with light orange pear preserves sits next to a fresh pear, with another sealed jar partially visible underneath.
      Old Fashioned Pear Preserves {for canning}
    • A jar and a small bowl of slow cooker applesauce are on a wooden board, surrounded by fresh apples and cinnamon sticks. A spoon is placed in the bowl.
      Slow Cooker Applesauce {Canning Safe}
    • A skillet filled with chicken paprikash in a red creamy sauce, garnished with chopped herbs, with lemon wedges, sour cream, and a bowl of pasta on the side.
      Chicken Paprikash
    • A baking dish filled with baked cinnamon apples and topped with four scoops of vanilla ice cream; apples, plates, and forks are nearby.
      Baked Cinnamon Apples
    Elizabeth Jordan-Flight of Jam Jar Kitchen smiling in her home kitchen while preparing a rhubarb dessert, wearing a cozy cream sweater and striped apron surrounded by baking ingredients

    Hi, I'm Elizabeth!

    I’m a home cook, preserving enthusiast, and mom of two who believes that food should be simple, seasonal, and wildly delicious. On Jam Jar Kitchen, you’ll find approachable recipes made for real life, the kind of meals that bring people together without requiring a culinary degree or a million complicated ingredients.

    From quick weeknight dinners to old-school canning tips and easy entertaining ideas, this blog is here to help you cook with confidence, waste less, and celebrate the magic of feeding the people you love!

    More about Elizabeth...

    Dinner is Served


    Simple, delicious dinner recipes the whole family will love!

    • Creamy Tuscan chicken with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes in a skillet, surrounded by bowls of orzo pasta and a wooden spoon.
      Tuscan Chicken
    • A stuffed pepper casserole dish filled with a cheesy ground beef and vegetable mixture, topped with chopped parsley, with a wooden spoon resting inside and a cut red bell pepper nearby.
      Stuffed Pepper Casserole
    • Chicken enchiladas made in the slow cook in casserole form.
      Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole
    • The best easy chicken and stuffing casserole on a stack of white plates with a fork taking out a bite.
      Chicken Stuffing Casserole

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    Baking & Desserts


    Just because we try to eat healthy most of the time doesn't mean we don't have a sweet tooth! Check out these recipes for delicious treats your whole family will love!

    • A slice of sour cream pound cake dusted with powdered sugar is served on a plate with whipped cream and fresh blueberries.
      Sour Cream Pound Cake
    • A partially eaten pumpkin muffin with a golden brown crumb sits on top of another whole muffin, both in paper liners, against a blurred blue background.
      Pumpkin Muffins
    • A small white ramekin with blueberry compote and granola, a glass jar of blueberry compote, scattered blueberries, and a spoon rest on a wooden board with a striped cloth in the background.
      Blueberry Compote
    • A bowl of creamy butter pecan ice cream topped with chopped pecans, with a spoon inside, sits on a wooden surface.
      Butter Pecan Ice Cream

    Check out more Dessert Recipes

    Pickles and Preserves


    • A glass jar filled with light orange pear preserves sits next to a fresh pear, with another sealed jar partially visible underneath.
      Old Fashioned Pear Preserves {for canning}
    • A jar and a small bowl of slow cooker applesauce are on a wooden board, surrounded by fresh apples and cinnamon sticks. A spoon is placed in the bowl.
      Slow Cooker Applesauce {Canning Safe}
    • A small white ramekin with blueberry compote and granola, a glass jar of blueberry compote, scattered blueberries, and a spoon rest on a wooden board with a striped cloth in the background.
      Blueberry Compote
    • A jar of the delicious, simple blackberry preserves sits on a wood cutting board next to bread covered in jam.
      Blackberry Preserves {for canning}

    Check out more Preserving Recipes

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    Elizabeth Jordan-Flight of Jam Jar Kitchen smiling in her home kitchen while preparing a rhubarb dessert, wearing a cozy cream sweater and striped apron surrounded by baking ingredients.

    Hi, I'm Elizabeth!

    I’m a self-taught home cook, preserving enthusiast, and mama of two sharing approachable, flavor-packed recipes made with love. I believe food should be joyful, a little messy, and always worth gathering around.
    Welcome to my Jam Jar Kitchen. I’m so glad you’re here!

    • A charcuterie board arranged in the shape of a turkey, featuring meats, cheeses, nuts, fruit, and a pear decorated as the turkey’s body, on a round wooden platter.
      Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board
    • A sweet potato casserole topped with pecans and a brown sugar crumble, with a portion scooped out to reveal the creamy orange filling beneath.
      Sweet Potato Casserole
    • A casserole dish filled with a baked potato casserole, topped with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green onions, sits ready to serve—a wooden spoon rests beside a freshly scooped portion.
      Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
    • A platter with apple slices, bread, and a bowl of baked brie with jam topped with walnuts and rosemary; a bread slice spread with brie and jam is in the foreground.
      Baked Brie with Jam

    Our Mission:

    A percentage of all proceeds made by The Jam Jar Kitchen blog are donated to Preserve International to fund empowerment programs for women small-scale farmers in northern Uganda. Join our mission to fight hunger and seasonal poverty through innovative post harvest and food preservation technology and training!

    A group of South Sudanese refugee women trained by Preserve International stand smiling in aprons and headscarves next to a bright green Sparky Dryer, celebrating their success in food preservation and small-scale agribusiness.

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    • A close-up of BBQ Ranch Burgers featuring a cheeseburger piled high with coleslaw, pickles, red onion, bacon, and sauce on a toasted bun.
      BBQ Ranch Burgers
    • A festive 4th of July no bake pie topped with blueberries and raspberries, artfully arranged like the American flag on a creamy white filling and a buttery crumb crust.
      4th of July No Bake Pie
    • A bowl of asian green bean salad topped with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes, with a metal spoon resting inside.
      Asian Green Bean Salad
    Elizabeth Jordan-Flight of Jam Jar Kitchen smiling in her home kitchen while preparing a rhubarb dessert, wearing a cozy cream sweater and striped apron surrounded by baking ingredients.

    Hi, I'm Elizabeth!

    I’m a self-taught home cook, preserving enthusiast, and mama of two sharing approachable, flavor-packed recipes made with love. I believe food should be joyful, a little messy, and always worth gathering around.
    Welcome to my Jam Jar Kitchen. I’m so glad you’re here!

    • Chile Relleno Breakfast Casserole
    • A white bowl filled with Tortellini Pasta Salad featuring sliced salami, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and herbs, placed on a wooden board.
      Tortellini Pasta Salad
    • A bowl of couscous salad with chopped cucumber, red onion, tomato, carrot, and fresh herbs sits ready to enjoy, with a lemon half and parsley in the background. This vibrant couscous salad is perfect for a refreshing meal.
      Couscous Salad
    • A bowl of cinnamon ice cream with scoops piled high, garnished with two cinnamon sticks for an extra touch of spice.
      Cinnamon Ice Cream

    Our Mission:

    A percentage of all proceeds made by The Jam Jar Kitchen blog are donated to Preserve International to fund empowerment programs for women small-scale farmers in northern Uganda. Join our mission to fight hunger and seasonal poverty through innovative post harvest and food preservation technology and training!

    A group of South Sudanese refugee women trained by Preserve International stand smiling in aprons and headscarves next to a bright green Sparky Dryer, celebrating their success in food preservation and small-scale agribusiness.

    Never miss a recipe!

    Sign up to The Jam Jar Kitchen Newsletter to receive new free recipes every month!

    • grilled steak peperonata
      Grilled Flank Steak Peperonata
    • Linzer Cookies
    • Prosciutto Wrapped Stuffed Dates are served on a plate, garnished with fresh basil and drizzled with olive oil, with some pieces presented on serving picks.
      Prosciutto Wrapped Stuffed Dates

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