Blueberry pepper jelly is a sweet and spicy condiment that can be used as a spread for crackers or bread, as a glaze for meats, or as an ingredient in sauces and dips. It is made by combining blueberries, peppers, sugar, and vinegar, and then cooking the mixture until it reaches a thick, jelly-like consistency. The type of pepper used will determine the spiciness of the jelly, so you can choose a mild pepper, such as a bell pepper, or a hotter pepper, such as a jalapeño or habanero pepper. Blueberry pepper jelly is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways, and it is sure to please even the most discerning palate.
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BLUEBERRY PEPPER JELLY
Supposedly this is the recipe for Lauri Jo Bennett's blueberry pepper jelly that's sold nationwide. Other flavors may be made, such as strawberry, peach or blackberry. NOTES 9/25/14: I've made this a second time using apple cider vinegar, which I prefer over white vinegar. There's less of an acidic 'bite'. Also, I reduced the Certo to 2 (3 ounce) packets with great success. I found using 3 (3 ounce) packets was fine, but the end product was a very stiff jelly (still good, but not necessary). This will reduce cost, too. Just remember to boil for no less than the prescribed 1 full minute once the Certo has been added. Use your timer!
Provided by gailanng
Categories Jellies
Time 45m
Yield 8 half pint jars
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Sterilize half-pint jars and lids and set aside.
- Place bell peppers, jalapenos, sugar and vinegar in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to a rolling boil, about 5 minutes. Add the blueberries and mash with a spoon to break up and extract juices (this take about 2-3 minutes). Return to a boil; add Certo and bring to a full rolling boil again, stirring constantly; cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat. Let stand 1 or 2 minutes and skim off foam.
- Ladle mixture into waiting jars. Put a flat lid and ring on each jar, tighten until snug and process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. (The jars must be covered by at least 1 inch of water.).
- Remove from pot and allow to cool. Allow jars to sit untouched for 12 hours. (After 1 hour, check to see if the jars have sealed. If the center of the lid can be pushed down, it hasn't sealed. Store any unsealed jars in the refrigerator.) Label and store, preferably in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.4, Carbohydrate 180.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 177.7, Protein 0.5
BLUEBERRY JALAPENO JELLY
Savory and sweet with just a little heat, this jelly is prefect on just about anything. The recipe can be found here: http://lobsterandfishsticks.com/2009/06/12/blueberry-jalapeno-jelly/ I made two huge batches over the summer and gave it away for Christmas - it was a huge hit with everyone!
Provided by ChefMamaBlogger
Categories Jellies
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 half pint jars, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In one saucepan, combine the peppers, vinegar, 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1 cup water. Cook on medium high for 20 minutes, then using a sieve, remove all the peppers from the liquid and set aside.
- In another saucepan, place blueberries, 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1/2 cup water and cook on medium high for 20 minutes, Strain with a cheesecloth or jelly bag.
- Combine both liquids into one of the pans, adding sugar/Splenda. Cook on medium low until the sugar dissolved. Skim any foam off of the surface.
- Bring mix to a boil and add 1 box pectin and bring to a rolling boil for one minute.
- Remove from heat, skim off any foam and ladle into sterilized jelly jars and place lids tightly on the jars.
- Boil in a hot water bath (with 1-2 inches of water over the lids) for 5 minutes.
- Set on counter to cool and to set. Listen for the lids to pop. They could pop anywhere from 2 minutes to 2 hours afterward.
- If they do not pop, they are not sealed and will need to be refrigerated and used immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 790.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 43.9, Carbohydrate 204.3, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 179.8, Protein 1.2
MCP® BLUEBERRY JELLY
Savor the flavor of fresh blueberries with this homemade jelly. We like it on toast or pancakes, but we won't tell if you just like MCP Blueberry Jelly right out of the jar.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h
Yield Makes about 7 (1-cup) jars or 112 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
- Crush berries thoroughly, one layer at a time. Place in large saucepan. Add water and lemon juice. Bring to boil. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared fruit into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 4-1/2 cups prepared juice into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot.
- Stir pectin into prepared juice in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 4 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 0 g
BLUEBERRY JELLY
My mother brought this old family recipe with her when she moved here from Scotland. My children and husband especially love spreading this fruitful jelly on slices of homemade bread. I love it because this blueberry jelly recipe is simple to make. -Elaine Soper, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 pints.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place blueberries in a Dutch oven and crush slightly. Add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, for 45 minutes. Line a strainer with four layers of cheesecloth and place over a bowl. Place berry mixture in strainer; cover with edges of cheesecloth. Let stand for 30 minutes or until liquid measures 6 cups., Pour juice back into Dutch oven; gradually stir in sugar until it dissolves. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Continue to boil 1 minute, stirring constantly., Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into six hot sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BLACKBERRY JALAPENO JELLY
I googled all the sites looking for a blackberry jalapeno jelly, to NO avail; all I could find was everyone looking for this recipe. Well...I spent the weekend creating my own. Darn good, quick, and EASY! Goes great on crackers with cream cheese. Sweet with a warm bite! MMMM! I picked a bowl blackberries, put them through my juicer, then froze juice until I was ready. If you want burning hot, add one more pepper. ENJOY!
Provided by Gingerbreadgirlz
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the pectin crystals with 1/2 cup sugar in a bowl. Stir the blackberry juice, pectin mixture, green jalapeno, and red jalapeno together in a saucepan; bring the mixture to a boil for 1 full minute. Add the 3 1/2 cups sugar and return to a rolling boil until the sugar has fully dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir while off heat to remove bubbles and foam for about 5 minutes.
- Ladle into sterile jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal jars in a hot water bath. Refrigerate jelly after seal is broken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Sugar 11.1 g
PEPPER JELLY
This family favorite makes a great gift, too! Excellent served with cream cheese and crackers as an appetizer.
Provided by Laura Rhodes
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large, stainless steel saucepan, combine green pepper, white vinegar, and white sugar. Bring to a boil, and cook for 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Stir in liquid pectin, and continue to boil for 3 more minutes, stirring constantly. Skim off foam with a metal spoon, and remove pan from heat
- Ladle jelly into sterilized jars, leaving a 1/2 inch space at the top. Seal, and process in a boiling-water canner for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 46.6 g
SURE.JELL BLUEBERRY JELLY
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h15m
Yield about 5 (1-cup) jars or 96 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
- Crush blueberries thoroughly, one layer at a time. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth or a jelly bag in large bowl. Pour prepared fruit into cheesecloth. Tie cheesecloth closed; hang and let drip into bowl until dripping stops. Press gently. Measure exactly 3-1/2 cups prepared juice into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot.
- Stir pectin into juice in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 10, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe blueberries: For the best flavor, use ripe, plump blueberries. Avoid berries that are bruised or moldy.
- Use fresh peppers: Fresh peppers will give your jelly a more vibrant flavor than dried peppers. If you're using dried peppers, be sure to rehydrate them before using.
- Don't overcook the jelly: Overcooking will make the jelly tough and chewy. Cook the jelly until it reaches a temperature of 220°F (105°C) or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Let the jelly cool completely before storing: This will help the jelly to set properly.
Conclusion:
Blueberry pepper jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for spreading on sandwiches, crackers, or toast. It can also be used as a glaze for chicken, fish, or pork. And it makes a great addition to cheeseboards and charcuterie platters. With its sweet, spicy, and tangy flavor, blueberry pepper jelly is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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