Description
A sweet-and-tangy homemade red pepper jelly that’s perfect as a spread or glaze, made with fresh red bell peppers and pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 1 pound red bell peppers, chopped (about 3 medium peppers)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (powdered)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Chop about 1 pound (3 medium) red bell peppers and place them into a blender.
- Puree until smooth.
- In a large saucepan, combine the pureed peppers, sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and lemon juice.
- Stir to dissolve the sugar before heating.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Once boiling, stir in the powdered fruit pectin and salt until fully mixed.
- Continue to cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Carefully pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars and allow to cool before sealing and refrigerating.
Notes
For a smoother jelly, strain the puree through a fine mesh before cooking. Make sure to stir repeatedly to avoid burning sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American