Best 4 Concord Grape Jelly Recipes

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Concord grape jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on toast, sandwiches, and even as a glaze for meats. It's also a great way to use up fresh concord grapes, which are a popular fruit in many parts of the world. If you're looking for a recipe to make your own concord grape jelly, you'll find plenty of options online and in cookbooks. Some recipes are simple and straightforward, while others are more complex and time-consuming. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to end up with a delicious and flavorful jelly that you'll enjoy for months to come.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CONCORD GRAPE JELLY



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield about 5 1/2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups grape juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon butter
1 package pectin
4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan combine grape juice, lemon juice, butter, and pectin. Bring mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Keep stirring and bring mixture to a rolling boil and boil hard for no longer than 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim foam if necessary. Ladle hot jelly into hot sterilized jars leaving 1/4-inch head space. Adjust 2-piece caps. Process 5 minutes in hot boiling water canner.

HOMEMADE CONCORD GRAPE JELLY



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Nothing like homemade Concord Grape Jelly!!! Not to mention any kind of homemade jelly, jam or preserves!

Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Categories     Spreads

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 qt stemmed concord grapes
6 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Briskly boil grapes on stove top until whole grapes "pop" under the pressure of a spoon. Transfer to a canning sieve and press the pulp. Squeeze the left over remaining pulp through cheese cloth
  • 2. Add the thick juice to a saucepan and add sugar, cooking slowly until dissolved. Rapidly boil until jellying point. We used the "plate test" to determine when the jelly was ready.
  • 3. Pour jelly, boiling hot, into prepared canning jars - leaving ½ inch head space per recommendation for Weck jars. Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

CONCORD GRAPE JELLY



Concord Grape Jelly image

At one time my mother in law would make many different flavors of jams and jellies. This is one of her old recipes that she has given to me.

Provided by SWIZZLESTICKS

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time P1DT1h

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 ½ pounds Concord grapes
½ cup water
7 cups white sugar
½ (6 fluid ounce) container liquid pectin

Steps:

  • Sort and wash grapes, and remove stems. Place them into a large kettle and crush them. Add water, cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and extract juice. Allow the juice to stand in a cool place overnight to prevent the formation of crystals in the jelly.
  • Strain the juice through a double thickness of damp cheesecloth. Measure 4 cups of the juice into a large pot. Stir in the sugar. Quickly bring to a full rolling boil. Stir in pectin, and allow to boil hard for 1 minute. Remove from heat, and skim off foam. Pour into hot sterile jars, and process for 5 minutes in a boiling water bath.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 25.9 g

EASY HOMEMADE CONCORD GRAPE JELLY RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Easy Homemade Concord Grape Jelly Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups store bought, unsweetened Concord Grape juice (I found it at Trader Joe's. Do NOT use grape juice concentrate)
4 tablespoons Ball® RealFruit® Classic Pectin
1/2 teaspoon butter or margarine
3 1/3 cups granulated sugar

Steps:

  • It is really important to read the label on your fruit juice. Make sure it says 100% juice. Don't use juice from concentrate or any with added ingredients, like high fructose corn syrup. Measure 3 cups grape juice in a 4-cup or larger liquid measuring cup. Gradually whisk pectin into juice until fully incorporated. (Pectin will not be completely dissolved at this time.) Pour juice mixture into the clean Pot fitted with the Stirrer. Cook the grape juice pectin mixture until comes to a boil. Add butter/margarine to help reduce foaming. PRESS jelly button - the cook time will automatically default to 25 minutes. Press enter. WAIT 4 minutes for appliance to sound 4 short beeps indicating that it is time to add sugar. Add sugar gradually while Stirrer continues running. THE APPLIANCE will continue to automatically stir your ingredients while it cooks. Stay within earshot of the Jam & Jelly Maker, the appliance will beep again at the end of the process signaling jelly cooking is complete. Press cancel and unplug the appliance. REMOVE Stirrer using a pot holder. Skim foam, if necessary, from top of jelly. FOR THE CONVENTIONAL/STOVETOP WAY: Add the sugar and let it come to a hard boil for one minute. You can test the mixture by freezing a spoon, and dipping it into the mixture. If it thickens up, it's ready. If not, bring it to a boil for another minute. PRESERVE jelly immediately. I use the water canning method, so I can enjoy this all year-long.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful Concord grapes. This will ensure that your jelly has the best possible flavor.
  • Wash the grapes thoroughly before using them. This will remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a food mill or strainer to remove the skins and seeds from the grapes. This will make the jelly smoother and easier to spread.
  • Add sugar to the grape juice in a ratio of 1:1. This will help the jelly to set properly.
  • Bring the grape juice and sugar mixture to a boil over medium heat. Stir constantly to prevent the mixture from burning.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 20-30 minutes, or until it has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent the mixture from sticking to the pan.
  • Remove the jelly from the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. This will help to preserve the jelly and give it a brighter flavor.
  • Pour the jelly into sterilized jars and seal them tightly. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
  • Store the jelly in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

Conclusion:

Concord grape jelly is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It is perfect for spreading on toast or crackers, or using as a glaze for roasted chicken or pork. It can also be used in pies, tarts, and other desserts. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make your own homemade Concord grape jelly that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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