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Lemon Basil Jelly
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 90 Minutes
Servings: 1
Lightly infused with lemon from the basil. This can be used to glaze chicken or pork. Spoon it over cream cheese for a quick appetizer. Sweeten a cup of tea or lemonade. Warmed to glaze a cake. This can be made with regular basil, cinnamon basil, Thai basil, Purple basil. All creating a different jelly.
Ingredients:
2 cups chopped packed lemon basil
1 1/2 cups apple juice
1 cup water
1 cup vinegar
1 (3 ounce) package dry pectin
2 cups honey
2 cups sugar
Directions:
1. Place basil in apple juice, hot water and vinegar. Bring to a boil and let steep covered for 30 minutes.
2. Strain and place 3 1/2 cups liquid into a pot.
3. Stir in pectin and bring to a a full rolling boil.
4. Add sugar and honey and return to a full rolling boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. Ladle into sterile jars leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe rims clean and apply lids and bands.
6. Process in a hot water bath covered by 1-2 inches of water for 10 minutes.
7. Shut off flame for 5 minutes.
8. Remove without tilting the jars.
9. Set on a flat surface in a draft free place 12-24 hours.
10. Remove bands and wipe jars.
11. Label and store in a dark place for 1 year.
By RecipeOfHealth.com