Experience the perfect balance of sweet and heat with this classic Tabasco pepper jelly. Made with fresh red or green peppers, cider vinegar, and a kick of Tabasco sauce, this condiment offers a mellow yet distinct spicy flavor. The translucent red or green jelly is ideal for spreading on cream cheese, topping crackers, or garnishing Bloody Marys. It makes a thoughtful homemade gift and keeps well in the pantry once sealed. Simple to prepare with basic ingredients, this versatile spread elevates any appetizer or cocktail hour with its glossy finish and tangy bite.
Tabasco Classic – Hot Pepper Jelly
Description
Experience the perfect balance of sweet and heat with this classic Tabasco pepper jelly. Made with fresh red or green peppers, cider vinegar, and a kick of Tabasco sauce, this condiment offers a mellow yet distinct spicy flavor. The translucent red or green jelly is ideal for spreading on cream cheese, topping crackers, or garnishing Bloody Marys. It makes a thoughtful homemade gift and keeps well in the pantry once sealed. Simple to prepare with basic ingredients, this versatile spread elevates any appetizer or cocktail hour with its glossy finish and tangy bite.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the peppers into large pieces, then coarsely chop in a food processor or blender.
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In a large non-aluminum saucepan over high heat, combine the peppers, Tabasco sauce, vinegar, and sugar.
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Bring to a boil and boil rapidly for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the pectin.
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Return the pan to the heat and return to a boil.
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Boil the jelly for exactly 1 minute, then remove from the heat.
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Stirring frequently to prevent bits of pepper from rising to the surface, skim the foam off the top.
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Ladle the jelly into hot sterilized jars, seal, and place on a rack in a deep kettle.
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Pour boiling water over the jars to cover by 2 inches and bring to a boil over high heat.
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Continue to boil for 10 minutes, then remove to a rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 20.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.6g2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 2.4g
- Protein 0.9g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
We generally make our pepper jelly with aged Tabasco pepper mash from the factory to give it color and flavor. Although perhaps not quite as fiery, this simple recipe using the pepper sauce makes a mellow, spicy jelly.
Pectin is available in well-stocked supermarkets.
Serving Suggestion: Spread cream cheese on crackers, then top with a dollop of the jelly for a tempting morsel to serve with cocktails.
