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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Ingredients:
1 quart kumquats (about 4 dozen) |
3 1/2 cups water |
1/8 teaspoon baking soda |
2 cups sugar |
Directions:
1. Lightly scrape outer skin of kumquats with blade of a knife to release citrus oils. Cut kumquats into thin slices.
2. Combine kumquats, water, and soda in a flat-bottomed kettle; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes. Set aside to soak overnight. (Do not drain.)
3. Strain kumquats through a damp jelly bag or 4 layers of cheesecloth, reserving 3 cups juice. Discard pulp.
4. Combine reserved juice and sugar in kettle; bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring frequently, until mixture registers 220° on a candy thermometer or until mixture sheets from a cold metal spoon. Remove from heat, and skim off foam with a metal spoon.
5. Quickly ladle jelly into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Cover with metal lids, and screw bands tight. Process jelly in boiling-water bath 5 minutes.
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