Old-time Corncob Jelly
Ingredients
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1dozen corncobs
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2 qtwater
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1 3/4 ozpackage powdered fruit pectin
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3 csugar
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5-6pint canning jars and lids sterilized
How to Make Old-time Corncob Jelly
- In a large stockpot over high heat, combine corncobs and water.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 35-40 min
- Discard cobs, strain liquid through a cheese cloth lined colander.
- Measure 3 cups of liquid into a large saucepan adding water if needed to equal 3 cups.
- Gradually dissolve pectin into liquid bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add sugar all at once stirring to dissolve. Return to a rolling boil, boil for 5 min stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat skim foam. Ladle into hot sterilized jars leaving 1/4 headspace. Wipe rims secure with lids and rings.
- Process in boiling water bath for 10 mins. Set jars on towel to cool, check for seals