Dian's Volcano Hot Red Currant & Jalapeno Jelly
- Ready In:
- 23mins
- Ingredients:
- 5
- Yields:
-
8 1/2 pint jars
ingredients
- 10 fresh jalapenos
- 3 cups red currant juice
- 6 1⁄2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon butter (optional)
- 1 (3 ounce) envelope certo liquid pectin
directions
- First read the instructions for preparing jars & lids, and hot water bath processing found in the Certo Instructions for Cooked jam & Jelly, and prepare accordingly.
- Cut the top off the pouch of pectin and set it upright in a glass for easy use.
- Cut the stems off of the Jalapenos and process in your food processer until pulverized into tiny bits. Measure 1 cup and add water if necessary to make 1 cup.
- In a large 8 quart stockpot add: 1 Cup chopped Jalapenos, 3 cups Red Currant Juice & sugar. Add butter (it keeps the jelly from foaming).
- Bring mixture to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. A boil that can't be stirred down. Stir in the pectin, stirring constantly. Return to a full boil for exactly 1 minute.
- Ladle into prepared jars within 1/8 inch of the tops. Wipe the rims with a damp cloth. Cover with 2 piece lids & screw down tightly. Process according to Altitude Chart in Certo Instructions. Check for seals and refrigerate and jars that don't seal. Enjoy.
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I live in the rural fishing town of Cordova, Alaska. Home of the famous Copper River Salmon. I have several seasonal jobs. Until recently I cooked in a local Steak & Seafood restaurant. This spring I took over a local friends greenhouse business and operate it from my greenhouse, it is called Diane's Garden, I sell potted annuals, but specialize in perennials, herbs/veggies and landscape plants. I'm also partners in a butcher shop where my partner & I, butcher/process wild game for local hunters and guided hunts. I also mend nets for local fishermen. My real passion is cooking. I love to incorporate local wild game, fish, mushrooms & berrys into my recipes.
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