If you get out on the trails around town, you'd be amazed how many wild grapes grow around here. They're very small and aren't that sweet, but they have a nice flavor nonetheless. Kent made grape juice with some of them.
And I attempted to make some jelly using this...
Kent's mom helped me, and it was a good thing...because I'm not knowledgeable about canning. I barely remember anything from the two times I've done it in the past. However, I was quite pleased with how well these jellies set. Since the fruit I was using wasn't very sweet, the package directions did allow for the option of adding sugar or honey (anything from 0-3 cups). I did one with some added honey and another batch with some sugar (but not very much). They are very delicious and not extremely sweet - which I really enjoy.
And I attempted to make some jelly using this...
Kent's mom helped me, and it was a good thing...because I'm not knowledgeable about canning. I barely remember anything from the two times I've done it in the past. However, I was quite pleased with how well these jellies set. Since the fruit I was using wasn't very sweet, the package directions did allow for the option of adding sugar or honey (anything from 0-3 cups). I did one with some added honey and another batch with some sugar (but not very much). They are very delicious and not extremely sweet - which I really enjoy.
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I'm quite impressed Ms. Suzy Homemaker! :) You do so many things with your family that are so wonderful ... maybe I need to expand my horizons and be a little more like you! :)
Hoping your day is fabulous today!
Very cool. I have never seen the no sugar one, glad to hear it works. I will have to watch for it. I ussually use the low sugar one and really like it. Anna
Kami,
You are too funny. I wouldn't completely go to all the trouble of making jelly unless it actually sounds fun to you. :) You wouldn't believe all the grape stains that had to be washed off my counter.
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