Violet Blossom Jelly

Submitted by Kovie

"Spring is almost here and blooming violets will soon follow - for only a short time. This is a great activity to do with the kids since they are closer to the ground for picking the blossoms. Be sure that the flowers are from a natural area and have not been sprayed. The juice is a beautiful color of blue until the lemon juice is added then a "magical" color change occurs and it becomes a hot pink color. This is a beautiful, delicious jelly. And a good excuse to be outdoors!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 4 jelly jars

ingredients

• 2 cups violet blossoms, packed
• 1 quart boiling water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 box pectin
• 4 cups granulated sugar

directions

1. Wash blossoms and place in 1 quart jar.
2. Cover with boiling water.
3. Cover jar and let steep until next day.
4. Strain using cheese cloth.
5. Add 2 tbsp lemon juice and pectin.
6. Bring to boil.
7. Add sugar and return to boil for one minute.
8. Pour into hot, sterilized jars and seal.