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I've
been making jelly for years. In the beginning, I gave it as
gifts to family and friends. I've also been selling it at
Farmer's Markets and craft shows. Several people commented
that my jellies were the best they had ever tasted, and that
I should sell them in stores, so Rafter 7S was born.
Rafter 7S is located 30 miles
north of Paxton in the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills. It
is in cattle country on a real working ranch. We work with
my husband's parents. It is very nice for the kids to get to
know their grandparents. The name "Rafter 7S" comes from our
brand. The brand was first registered by my husband's
grandfather.
The company consists of my husband,
Dean, myself (Sherri) and our children (Kate, Mara, and Clay). The
wild fruits are mostly picked by us. We try to have fun on our berry
picking days. We have a contest to see who can pick the most
berries. Usually, I win, but I think they like to "let" me win!
Our specialty is pepper jelly. It
is the "The Original #1 Pepper Jelly." Have you ever tried pepper
jelly? The most popular way to serve it is over cream cheese with
crackers. It is also good as a glaze on meats. View our
recipe page
for more ideas. Our pepper jellies are very unique. There are eight
varieties available. Some are not found anywhere else. Check out the
products page for the unusual varieties.
My jelly is made the old fashioned way, in small hand stirred
batches. It contains no corn syrup (for an ingredient list on any
product, please
contact us)! The actual making is
done by the kids and myself. They pitch in and help stir, jar, and
label all phases of the business. They started helping me sell at
the Farmer's Markets and craft shows. It is very good for their
people skills, learning to communicate with people. Also learning
about the business aspect of things.
Give our jellies a try. Once you savor
the down-home flavor, you will begin to imagine you are visiting us
right here at the ranch! |