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Celery and Lemon Jelly

Recipe Information Yield: About 3 small jarsPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: About 35 minutesSkill Level: BeginnerPreserving Method: Short boil, chilled or short pantry storage Ingredients 500 g celery, trimmed and chopped 1 litre water Finely pared zest of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons lemon juice 450 g granulated sugar 1½ teaspoons powdered pectin Step-by-Step Method Cook the celeryPlace the chopped celery and water into a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 25 minutes until the celery is very soft and the liquid is lightly scented. Strain the liquidPour the mixture into a cloth-lined sieve … Read more

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Pear and Rosemary Jelly

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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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Clear Elderflower Jelly

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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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Homemade Cranberry Jelly Recipe for Beginners

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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