Y’all, if you’re looking for a sweet way to show your love or just add a little flair to your kitchen creations, I’ve got just the thing for you! Let me introduce you to a delightful treat: Beautyberry Jelly! It’s not just tasty; it’s a wonderful homemade gift that can brighten someone’s day or elevate your breakfast game. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s dive into this berry goodness!
Beautyberry Jelly
This jelly is made from beautyberries, those lovely little fruits that can be overlooked but pack a punch. If you’ve never tasted them, you’re in for a real treat. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
- 4 cups beautyberries, cleaned
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 package pectin (like Sure-Jell)
- 5 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the beautyberries under cool water. Make sure they’re nice and clean because we want every bit of flavor.
- In a large pot, combine the beautyberries and water. Bring this to a boil and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. You’ll want the berries to get soft and release their fabulous flavor.
- Once they’ve simmered, mash the mixture with a potato masher or any handy gadget you have. Once mashed, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to separate the juice from the pulp. Press down to extract as much juice as you can!
- Now, you should have about 3 cups of beautyberry juice. In the same pot, mix this juice with the lemon juice and pectin. Bring this to a rolling boil again.
- When it’s boiling, add the granulated sugar all at once. Stir well until it returns to a full boil and let it boil for exactly 1 minute. This is where the magic happens!
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam that appears on the top. It’s all about that pretty presentation, honey!
- Pour the jelly into sanitized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch space at the top. Seal them up tight, and let them cool to room temperature before storing them in the fridge or giving them as gifts.
And there you have it! A delicious Beautyberry Jelly that not only tastes amazing on toast but can also be a heartfelt gift for those you love. Enjoy every bite and share the love!
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