Redcurrant and Bay Leaf Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jarsPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: About 45 minutesSkill Level: BeginnerPreserving Method: Short boil, domestic jars Ingredients 1.3 kg redcurrants, on the stem 750 ml water 1 dried bay leaf 450 g granulated sugar 1½ tablespoons lemon juice Step-by-Step Method Cook the fruitRinse the redcurrants and place them in a wide saucepan with the water. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until the fruit has collapsed and released its juice. Strain the juicePour the hot mixture into a cloth-lined sieve set over a bowl. Leave to drip for at … Read more

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Pear and Rosemary Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jarsPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: About 1 hourSkill Level: BeginnerPreserving Method: Water bath optional for short storage Ingredients 1.5 kg ripe pears 1 small sprig fresh rosemary 900 ml water 500 g granulated sugar 2 tablespoons lemon juice Step-by-Step Method Prepare the pearsWash the pears and chop them into chunks. Do not peel or core them as the natural pectin lives there. Cook the fruitPlace the pears in a large saucepan with the water. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower to a steady simmer. Cook for about 35 to 40 minutes until the … Read more

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Homemade Cranberry Jelly Recipe for Beginners

This cranberry jelly is bright, clear, and gently sharp, with a clean set that feels light rather than heavy. It is made slowly and calmly, with no rushing and no specialist equipment. Cranberries are naturally high in pectin, which makes this a reassuring jelly for first-time preservers. If you are new to jelly making, this is a very steady place to begin.   Recipe Information   Author: Annie Halder Makes: About 4 small jars Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: About 45 minutes Skill level: Beginner Equipment: Large saucepan, fine sieve or jelly bag, clean jars with lids   Ingredients … Read more

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