JALAPENO JELLY 
6 fresh jalapeno chiles, trimmed, seeded and veins removed
2 green bell peppers, seeded
1 1/2 c. cider vinegar
5 1/2 c. sugar
6 oz. liquid pectin few drops green food coloring

Cut each chile and pepper into 3 to 4 pieces. Finely mince chile and pepper pieces in your food processor. Place the chiles, peppers, vinegar and sugar in 3 quart saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Lower heat and simmer 10 minutes, skimming foam for the top. Stir in the pectin and food coloring and boil 1 minute. Remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes, then pour into sterilized jars and seal with paraffin according to manufacturer's directions. Makes 6 cups.

 

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