GARLIC JELLY

Steps:

• Combine garlic& vinegar in a 2 qt.
• kettle.
• Simmer mixture gently, uncovered, over medium heat for 15 minutes.
• Remove pan from heat& pour mixture into a 1 quart glass jar.
• Cover& let stand at room temperature for 24-36 hours.
• Pour flavored vinegar through a wire strainer into a bowl, pressing the garlic with the back of a spoon to squeeze out liquid.
• Discard any residue.
• Measure the liquid& add vinegar, if needed, to make 1 cup.
• Measure sugar into a dry bowl.
• Combine the garlic-vinegar solution& the water in a 5 or 6 quart kettle.
• Add pectin, stirring well.
• Over high heat, bring mixture to boil, stirring constantly to avoid scorching.
• Add sugar,& stir well.
• Bring mixture to a full, rolling boil.
• Add butter to reduce foaming.
• Continue stirring.
• Boil the mixture hard for exactly 2 minutes.
• Remove pan from heat& skim off any foam.
• Add red, yellow or orange food coloring if desired.
• Pour jelly into prepared glasses.
• Seal according to directions on recipe folder in pectin package.