2 c. cranberry juice
1 (1 3/4 oz.) pkg. powdered pectin, divided
2 c. apple juice
4 drops green food coloring
4 1/2 c. sugar, divided

Combine cranberry juice and 2 tablespoons (1/2 package) pectin in 2 quart glass container. Microwave on High, uncovered 7 to 10 minutes or until mixture boils, stirring once. Stir in 2 cups sugar. Microwave 5 to 7 minutes or until mixture boils hard 1 minute. Skim off foam. Pour into hot sterilized jars, filling each half full. Set aside until partially set.

Combine apple juice, coloring and remaining 2 tablespoons pectin in 2 quart glass container. Microwave 7 to 10 minutes as above. Add 2 1/2 cups sugar and microwave as above. Carefully spoon into jars over first layer, leaving 1/4" head space. Cover with lids and let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Store in freezer. To serve, remove from freezer and let come to room temperature. Makes 7 half pints.