Canning and Preserving Recipes
Cantaloupe Jelly
Yield: about 2 pints
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds peeled and diced cantaloupe
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 peel of tangerine or orange
Instructions
- Place cantaloupe covered with sugar in a covered bowl and put in refrigerator for 24 hours.
- Drain the cantaloupe, pouring off the sugar and liquid in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium flame and boil for 5 minutes.
- Add diced cantaloupe, vanilla extract and peel. Insert candy thermometer and simmer, stirring occasionally until the thermometer reaches jelly temperature.
- Pour into sterilized jars; seal with wax and store in cool place.