Strawberry Jelly

 

Strawberry Jelly is a tasty treat for the whole family to enjoy!!!

 

 

Directions:

 

3 1/2 cups Fresh Strawberry Juice for Jelly

 

1 Package regular powdered fruit pectin

 

4 1/2 cups granulated sugar

 

 

To make the Strawberry Juice for Jelly :

 

Gently wash and drain  3 1/4 cups of strawberries, handling carefully to avoid juice loss. Remove the stems and caps. In a large sauce pan combine the strawberries and just enough water to prevent scorching, about 1/4 to 1/2 cups of water. Bring to boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat, cover loosely and boil gently, stirring and crushing berries occasionally, just until the berries are softened, about 5 to 10 minutes.

 

Transfer strawberry mixture to a dampened jelly bag or strainer lined with several layers of damp cheesecloth set over a deep bowl. Let drip, undisturbed, for at least 2 hours or overnight to collect juice.

 

Once you have all of your juice, place the juice in a deep saucepan. Whisk in the Pectin until dissolved. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Add sugar all at once and return to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Boil hard, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and quickly skim off foam.

 

Quickly pour hot jelly into jars leaving 1/4 head space. Wipe rim and place lid and band. Tighten Band until fingertip tight.

 

Process in water bath canner for 10 minutes