HomeMaking Queen’s jams were awarded 4 Adult Judges Choice ribbons at the 2013 Clark County Fair, my first year participating. I was anxious to compete again, not only to enter some new flavors, but also to challenge myself to earn more or a higher ranking ribbons. This year was also my first year being fully licensed in a commercial kitchen, making this fair an exciting opportunity to get many of my flavors taste tested and scored.
In addition to the 16 Naturally Sweet, Booze-Infused, Fresh Salsas, and Perfectly Picked canned products that I entered, I also entered my Rum Cakes, a few cookies, and a fully-cooked version of my Apple Pie in a Jar. I went the extra mile, not only with my products, but also with my presentation, taking time to add quit squares to each jar and tie a ribbon bow on every product.
HomeMaking Queen was awarded 2, yes two 2nd Best of Class Ribbons (1 each for Canned Goods and Baked Goods Class), in addition to 2 Adult Judge’s Choice, and 2 Youth Judge’s Choice ribbons!! The Rummy Cherry won another Adult Judges Choice ribbon this year, in addition to the 2nd Best in Class. The other 2nd Best of Class was awarded to my famous Pecan Spice Rum Cake, a traditional Puerto Rican recipe handed down through generations, modified only slightly to a healthier version.
I was thrilled to have a ribbon winning flavor in each class and received great feedback all around! As a second timer, I am proud of how far I’ve come, and look forward to only getting better and better each year to come! You betcha!!
HomeMaking Queen’s objective is to provide good wholesome food, free of hidden ingredients. In that same manner, I am happy to disclose all product testing and scores publicly. I am proud to make quality products, with simple and natural ingredients.
HomeMaking Queen’s
2014 Clark County Nevada Fair –
Home Sciences Entries & Scores:
2014 CC Fair – Home Sciences – Canned |
Score |
Ribbon Awarded |
Naturally Sweet Jams |
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Apple Pie (in a jar) – Entered as cooked pie | 82 | Youth Judge’s Choice |
Peachy Sunrise | 93 | Blue Ribbon |
Winter Berry 2013 | 93 | Blue Ribbon |
Blackberry Pomegranate Jam | 90 | Blue Ribbon |
Pure Pomegranate | 89 | Blue Ribbon |
Summer Berry 2013 | 89 | Blue Ribbon |
Plum Paradise | 88 | Blue Ribbon |
Pear Nectar | 86 | Blue Ribbon |
Grape Jelly | 83 | Red Ribbon |
Booze Infused Jams |
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Rummy Cherry (2nd year Awarded Judges Choice!!) | 97 | 2nd Best of Class -and-Adult Judge’s Choice |
Pina Colada | 92 | Blue Ribbon |
Fuzzy Navel | 90 | Blue Ribbon |
Sex on the Beach | 89 | Blue Ribbon |
Fresh Salsas |
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Mango Salsa | 88 | Blue Ribbon |
Sweet & Spicy Salsa | 84 | Red Ribbon |
Hatch Chile Salsa | 81 | Red Ribbon |
Garden Salsa | 77 | Red Ribbon |
Perfectly Pickled |
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Garlic – Sweetly Spiced | 97 | Adult Judge’s Choice |
Hatch Chiles | 98 | Blue Ribbon |
2014 CC Fair – Home Sciences – Baked Goods |
Score |
Ribbon Awarded |
Rum Cakes |
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Pecan Spice Rum Cake | 95 | 2nd Best of Class -and-Adult Judge’s Choice |
Pina Colada Rum Cake | 84 | Blue Ribbon |
Cookies |
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Shortbread Jammies – WinterBerry 2013 | 85 | Youth Judge’s Choice |
Shortbread Jammies – SummerBerry 2013 | 88 | Blue Ribbon |
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal | 87 | Blue Ribbon |