Pats Hot Pepper Jelly

This vibrant hot pepper jelly offers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an irresistible addition to any charcuterie board. Made with fresh bell peppers for sweetness and jalapenos for a gentle kick, this condiment is brightened with a touch of green food coloring and a sharp tang from cider vinegar. The texture is smooth and glossy, thanks to the pectin, which sets the jelly beautifully. It is incredibly versatile; spread it on cream cheese for a party appetizer, use it as a glaze for grilled meats, or simply enjoy it with crackers. This recipe is straightforward to make, requiring just a blender and a heavy-bottomed pot. It makes a wonderful homemade gift or a delightful treat for your own table, adding a gourmet touch to simple ingredients.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 1433.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant hot pepper jelly offers a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an irresistible addition to any charcuterie board. Made with fresh bell peppers for sweetness and jalapenos for a gentle kick, this condiment is brightened with a touch of green food coloring and a sharp tang from cider vinegar. The texture is smooth and glossy, thanks to the pectin, which sets the jelly beautifully. It is incredibly versatile; spread it on cream cheese for a party appetizer, use it as a glaze for grilled meats, or simply enjoy it with crackers. This recipe is straightforward to make, requiring just a blender and a heavy-bottomed pot. It makes a wonderful homemade gift or a delightful treat for your own table, adding a gourmet touch to simple ingredients.

Ingredients

1 cup BELL PEPPERS SEEDED/CHOPPED
1/3 cup JALAPENO PEPPERS SEED/CHOP
1 1/2 cup CIDER VINEGAR
6 cup SUGAR
5 dr GREEN FOOD COLORING
1 package BOTTLE OR package OF PECTIN

Directions

1
Place the chopped bell peppers and jalapenos into a blender container.
2
Add 1 cup of the cider vinegar to the blender.
3
Blend the mixture until completely smooth and pureed.
4
Pour the pepper puree into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
5
Rinse the blender container with the remaining 1/2 cup of vinegar and add to the saucepan.
6
Stir in the sugar.
7
Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
8
Boil vigorously for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
9
Remove the pan from heat and let stand for 5 minutes to reduce foaming.
10
Skim any foam from the surface of the mixture and discard.
11
Stir in the liquid pectin and green food coloring until fully dissolved.
12
Immediately ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars or containers.
13
Seal the jars tightly or cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1433.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 365.8g122%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 363.5g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: hot, pepper, jelly, jalapeno, bell, peppers, condiment, charcuterie, cheese, spicy, sweet, homemade, gift, appetizer, glaze, preserving, vinegar, pectin, spreads, party

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