Canning and Preserving Recipes
Crimson Jam
This makes a beautiful Christmas season hors d'oeuvre when used in combination with Jalapeno Jelly.
Ingredients
- 6 large red bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 cup cider vinegar
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Seed the peppers and grind them coarsely. Put the peppers into a large bowl, add the salt, cover, and let stand overnight.
- Drain off about half of the liquid, pour the peppers into a heavy saucepan, and add the vinegar and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add red food coloring, a few drops at a time, to make the jam bright red.
- Cool slightly, stirring occasionally, and spoon into sterilized jars.
- Store in a cool, dark place.