How To Make Damson Jelly
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 pounds damson plums
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
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Wash the damson plums and remove the stems. Cut them in half and remove the pits.
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In a large pot, combine the plums, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat and then reduce to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, until the plums are soft and mushy.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour the mixture into a fine mesh strainer set over a large bowl. Use the back of a spoon to press the pulp through the strainer, leaving behind the skins and any solids.
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Measure the strained pulp and return it to the pot. For every cup of pulp, add 1 cup of sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 30-40 minutes, until the jelly reaches the gel stage. To test if it’s ready, place a small amount on a chilled plate and let it cool. If it wrinkles when touched, it’s done.
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Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
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Pour the jelly into sterilized jars, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe the rims clean and seal with lids.
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Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove from the water bath and let cool completely before storing.
Nutrition
- Calories : 110kcal
- Total Fat : 0g
- Sodium : 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 28g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 26g
- Protein : 1g
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