14/07/2024
Homemade Grape Jelly Recipe
To make homemade grape jelly, you can follow this recipe using Concord grapes or no-sugar-added grape juice. Here are the main steps involved in making grape jelly:
Ingredients:
• Grapes or No Sugar Added Grape Juice
• Sugar
• No-Sugar Needed Pectin
Instructions:
• Preparing the Grapes:
• Wash the grapes and remove the stems.
• Crush the grapes using a potato masher in a large bowl.
• Transfer the crushed grapes to a large non-reactive stockpot.
• Cooking the Grapes:
• Add enough water to cover the grapes and bring them to a boil.
• Simmer for 10 minutes.
• Straining the Mixture:
• Pour the mixture into a jelly strainer or cheesecloth-lined colander over a bowl and let it strain overnight.
• Adding Pectin and Sugar:
• Mix pectin and sugar with the strained grape juice.
• Cook until boiling, then add more sugar and boil for 1 minute.
• Testing Thickness:
• Use a cold spoon to test the thickness of the jelly by cooling it on a plate.
• Canning Instructions:
• Fill sterilized jars, leaving headspace, seal, and process in a hot water bath canner.
• Storing Instructions:
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month or freeze in freezer-safe containers.
By following these steps, you can make delicious homemade grape jelly from fresh grapes or juice
