homemade jelly preserving

Clear Hibiscus Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jars Prep Time: 15 minutes plus infusion Cooking Time: About 10 minutes Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 60 g dried hibiscus petals 1.2 litres boiling water Juice of 1 lemon 900 g granulated sugar 1 sachet powdered pectin suitable for jelly Step-by-Step Method Infuse the hibiscusPlace the dried hibiscus petals into a heatproof bowl. Pour over the boiling water, stir briefly, then cover and leave to infuse for 30 to 40 minutes until deeply coloured. Strain the liquidStrain the infusion through muslin into a large saucepan, pressing very gently to release the liquid without forcing … Read more

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Clear Blood Orange Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 to 4 small jars Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: About 45 minutes plus straining Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 1.6 kg blood oranges 1.7 litres cold water Juice of 1 lemon Granulated sugar (measured after straining) Step-by-Step Method Prepare the orangesWash the blood oranges thoroughly. Cut into quarters with peel and pith intact. Remove and discard any visible seeds. Cook the fruitPlace the orange pieces into a large saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 40 minutes until the peel is very … Read more

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Clear Elderflower Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jars Prep Time: 25 minutes plus infusion time Cooking Time: About 15 minutes Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 12 fresh elderflower heads, gently shaken clean 1.2 litres boiling water 2 unwaxed lemons, thinly sliced 900 g granulated sugar 1 sachet powdered pectin suitable for jelly Step-by-Step Method Infuse the elderflowerPlace the elderflower heads and lemon slices into a heatproof bowl. Pour over the boiling water. Cover and leave to infuse for 24 hours at room temperature. Strain the liquidStrain the infused liquid through muslin into a large saucepan. Do not squeeze hard, as this can … Read more

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Clear Peach Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 to 4 small jars Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: About 45 minutes plus straining Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 1.6 kg ripe peaches 1.5 litres cold water Juice of 1 lemon Granulated sugar (measured after straining) Step-by-Step Method Prepare the peachesWash the peaches, cut into chunks, and discard the stones. Leave the skins on, as they help with flavour and colour. Cook the fruitPlace the peach pieces into a large saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes until … Read more

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Clear Clementine Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 to 4 small jars Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: About 45 minutes plus straining Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 1.5 kg clementines 1.6 litres cold water Juice of 1 lemon Granulated sugar (measured after straining) Step-by-Step Method Prepare the clementinesWash the clementines thoroughly. Cut into quarters with the peel and pith intact. Remove and discard any visible seeds. Cook the fruitPlace the clementine pieces into a large saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 40 minutes until the peel is very soft … Read more

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White Grapefruit Jelly

Prepare the grapefruitWash the grapefruit thoroughly. Cut into chunks, keeping the peel and pith but removing all visible seeds, as these can add harsh bitterness. Cook the fruitPlace the grapefruit pieces into a large saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 40 minutes until the peel is very soft and the liquid is well flavoured. Strain the juicePour the mixture into a jelly bag or a muslin-lined sieve set over a bowl. Leave to drip for at least 4 hours or overnight. Do not squeeze the fruit, … Read more

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Clear Lime Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jars Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: About 40 minutes plus straining Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 1.2 kg fresh limes 1.5 litres cold water Granulated sugar (measured after straining) Step-by-Step Method Prepare the limesWash the limes thoroughly. Cut into quarters, keeping the peel and pith intact, and remove any visible seeds. Cook the fruitPlace the lime pieces and water into a large saucepan. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes until the peel is very soft and the liquid is well infused. Strain the … Read more

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Pink Grapefruit Jelly (Clear, No Added Pectin)

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 to 4 small jars Prep Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: About 45 minutes plus straining Difficulty: Beginner friendly Ingredients 1.4 kg pink grapefruit 1.5 litres cold water Juice of 1 lemon Granulated sugar (measured after straining) Step-by-Step Method Prepare the grapefruitWash the grapefruit well. Cut into chunks, keeping the peel and pith but removing any visible seeds, as these can add bitterness. Cook the fruitPlace the grapefruit pieces into a large saucepan with the water and lemon juice. Bring slowly to the boil, then reduce to a steady simmer. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes … Read more

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