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Basil Jelly
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 3
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, crushed
3 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1 cup water
2 drops green food coloring
1 (3-ounce) package liquid fruit pectin
Directions:
1. Tie basil in cheesecloth; set aside. Combine sugar, vinegar, water, and food coloring in a flat-bottomed kettle, stirring well; add reserved basil. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly; add liquid pectin, and return to a rolling boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and discard basil. Skim off foam with a metal spoon.
2. Quickly ladle jelly into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Cover at once with metal lids, and screw bands tight. Process jelly in boiling water bath 5 minutes. Serve with roast beef or pork.
By RecipeOfHealth.com