lilac jelly

How To Make lilac jelly

• 1

  Put blossoms in a large jar and pour boiling water over them.
• 2

  Let steep for 8 hours or overnight.
• 3

  Strain and squeeze flowers dry. You should have 2 1/4 cups of infusion. Add more water, if needed.
• 4

  Place infusion, lemon juice, and pectin in large heavy pot.
• 5

  Bring to a rolling boil.
• 6

  Add sugar, stirring.
• 7

  Return to boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
• 8

  Remove from heat. Skim off foam, if needed. Note: adding 1 teapoon butter before sugar cuts down foaming
• 9

  Ladel in hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.
• 10

  Wipe rim, screw on lids.
• 11

  Put in water bath (warm to hot water) - be sure that water is 1 inch over jars.
• 12

  Process for 10 minutes.
• 13

  Remove and cool.
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