Homemade Apricot Red Currant Jelly

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Homemade Apricot Red Currant Jelly Recipe

This homemade apricot red currant jelly is a tasty and versatile spread that can be served on toast, scones, or as a glaze for meats. The apricot and red currant combination gives the jelly a bright, tangy flavor that is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of sugar.

Ingredients

1 package powdered pectin
4 cups granulated sugar
1 pound apricots, pitted and chopped
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 pound red currants

Time Needed

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Instructions

Combine the apricots and red currants with 2 cups of water in a large saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a low heat.
Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, with the fruit.
After 20 minutes, strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
In a clean saucepan, pour 4 cups of the fruit juice.
Stir together the sugar and lemon juice in the pan.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
When the mixture reaches a boil, add the powdered pectin and stir for 1-2 minutes, or until the pectin is completely dissolved.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the jelly reaches the desired consistency.
You can check the consistency of the jelly by spooning a small amount onto a chilled plate and allowing it to cool for a minute.
It's ready when the jelly wrinkles when pressed with your finger.
Remove the pan from the heat and skim any foam that has formed on the surface of the jelly.
Fill hot sterilized jars with hot jelly, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
Wipe the jar rims clean and cover with lids.
For 10 minutes, place the jars in a boiling water bath.
Allow the jars to cool to room temperature after removing them from the water.
For up to a year, keep the jelly in a cool, dark place.