Rosy Cider Jelly
Country Woman Christmas
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For an easy-to-prepare present, try this jelly made with cider and cranberry juice. I got the recipe, now a family favorite, from our local county Extension office.
SERVINGS: 48
CATEGORY: Condiment
METHOD: Water Bath
TIME: Prep: 10 min. Process: 5 min. + standing
Ingredients:
- 3 cups apple cider
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin
- 5 cups sugar
Directions:
In a large kettle, combine the first four ingredients. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to a full rolling boil; boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove from the heat; skim off any foam. Pour hot liquid into hot jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Adjust caps. Process for 5 minutes in a boiling-water bath. Yield: 6 half-pints.