Mason Made

We’ll be honest: Of all the Mason jar food gifts a person could make, homemade Nutella is the one that makes our heart skip a beat.

Unique gifts in a jar are all over Pinterest these days.

That’s because anyone can pick up some lotion at Target or order a tie over Amazon. Sure, those gifts are appreciated, but they don’t delight in the way something lovely made from scratch does.

Cherries. Brandy. Sugar.

That’s all you need to make this yummy edible gift, which is both naughty and nice at the same time.

Tis the season to be cozy. That means twinkling lights on the tree, puzzles, movies, music and a warm beverage. Chai tea walks the line between coffee and hot chocolate by delivering a bit of a caffeine boost without a lot of sugar.

Succulents make for a beautiful, unique and affordable gift idea. Here are some simple tips for giving succulent terrariums in a mason jar. When you wrap your succulents in a mason jar they also become a great a sustainable gift idea for the eco-friendly. Plus - They're as fun to make as they are to give! 

Just in time for Halloween this Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie recipe is so yummy it might just give you enough will power to resist all that candy piling up. I said *might*. 

Here's a recipe we've been obsessing over lately. It's a perfect make-ahead meal you can store in mason jars to have at arm's reach for a quick lunch or snack. Pair with a mug of soup or some crusty bread for a perfect afternoon nosh.

In many ways magnesium is like the bassist of a rock band: Though few people give it much thought, and it clearly doesn’t get the recognition it deserves, it’s a crucial link to holding things together.

Looking for creative ways to use all those yummy fresh veggies you scooped up at your local farmer's market or CSA? Have a go at this Lemon Dijon Quinoa Salad! Sub whatever veggies/greens that are fresh or in season for a fantastic ready-made lunch on the go!

We all know the benefits of eating healthy and nutritious foods, but we also know it can be tough on the wallet.

Have a garden full of veggies that exceeds what you can eat? Then it’s time to pickle!

The technique is as easy as it gets—and can be done to far more than cucumbers. Squash, green beans, beets, bell peppers, cabbage, mushrooms, eggplant, okra, onions, radishes, tomatoes and more can all be pickled.