Dick invited me up to pick some grapes - they've got more than they need. So nice of them! Muscadines and Scuppernongs. (I looked up the spelling - I didn't realize there were two "n's" in Scuppernong! Also not sure which is which and the internet is not really clear!)
I got right to work - I need some jelly for the winter!
Cooked the grapes and ran the pulp through my food mill to remove the seeds and skins. Strained the pulp thru cheesecloth - rendered a lovely clear pink juice that I forgot to photograph.
Heated the juice to a boil - very foamy! Added a package of fruit pectin to make sure I end up with jelly and not syrup like I have in the past!
I managed to get most of the foam off the top - ladled into sterilized jars, sealed and processed in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
Happy with the results - a very tart and tangy jelly. 11half pints and a little extra for toast tomorrow morning!
Hey K,
ReplyDeleteThat looks delicious...and I've had your jam before..it's always good...how is the tea on the counter...is it fruity...like lichee...
Love,
T
Yes! The tea is wonderful and fragrant. I believe it was a gift that one of Duane's Chinese colleagues gave him years ago. (They always brought him a small gift when visiting as is their custom). It was vacuum sealed and was perfect when I opened it. Love, K
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