You don’t need fresh fruit to create this homemade grape jelly recipe.
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You don’t need fresh fruit to create this delicious grape jelly recipe.
A bottle of juice is the shortcut star in this quick canning recipe.
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There are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a grape juice for this recipe.
You’ll want 100% unsweetened concord grape juice.
Skip the fruit juice blends and sweetened juice blends for this jelly recipe.
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Using unsweetened juice allows you to control the sweetness of the finished jelly.
To make grape jelly, first boil the juice and pectin together.
Then add the sugar and return to boiling.
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A boiling-water canner is the ideal method for canning the finished grape jam.
This homemade jelly recipe makes five half-pint jars.
Ingredients
3cupsbottled unsweetened grape juice made with Concord grapes
1(1.75-oz.
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Bring mixture to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.
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Return to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.
Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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Quickly skim off foam with a metal spoon.
Ladle the hot jelly mixture into hot sterilized half-pint canning jars, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace.
Wipe the jar rims; adjust the lids and screw bands.
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Headspace allows food to expand when heated and allows a vacuum seal to form.
Remove the jars from the canner and cool on wire racks.
Be sure to label the jars.
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Our Test Kitchen recommends using a permanent marker.
Once the ink dries, it resists fading and moisture.
If the lids are firm and slightly concave, the jars are properly sealed.
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If a lid bounces up and down, the jar is not sealed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pectin is a natural, water-soluble starch found in some fruits and veggies.
If foods don’t have enough pectin to jell on their own, pectin can be added.
It must be added with the right amount of sugar and acid to work.
Learn more about thebasics of canning.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
