Habanero Pepper Jelly

Serves: 6

Manley Abshire

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

46

Spice

49

Sweetness

51

Sourness

43

mins

Prep time (avg)

6.1

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1.5 cups

Cider Vinegar

6.5 cups

White Sugar

Directions:

1

Stir the vinegar and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the carrot and red bell pepper

2

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 5 minutes

3

Add the habanero peppers and simmer 5 minutes longer

4

Pour in the pectin, and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly

5

Skim and discard any foam from the jelly

6

Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes

7

Pour the jelly into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top

8

Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue

9

Top with lids, and screw on rings

10

Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water

11

Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder

12

Leave a 2 inch space between the jars

13

Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars

14

Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 5 minutes

15

Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool

16

Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all)