Chokecherry Jelly

If you wish to make syrup, use twice as much juice to 1 package of pectin. Processing time not included in preparation time.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 8 half pint

Ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 cups  chokecherry juice (How to Make Chokecherry Juice)
• 1⁄2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 (1 3/4ounce) package  dry pectin (Ball brand preferred)
• 6  cups sugar

Directions

1. Wash fruit and cover with water; simmer 15 minutes.
2. Strain juice.
3. Measure juice into 6- to 8-quart kettle.
4. Add pectin and stir.
5. Bring to boil; add sugar, stir, and bring to a rolling boil.
6. Boil exactly 2 minutes.
7. Skim and pour into jars.
8. Wipe rims and adjust lids.
9. Process in boiling water bath for five minutes; remove to a protected countertop and let cool completely undisturbed.