WebMay 20, 2022 · Add as much sugar, lemon juice, and lemon peel as you need. Return the strained liquid to the large pot where you originally cooked the chunks of prickly pears. Cook over high heat, stirring often until the …
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WebSep 23, 2021 · Prepare canning jars by boiling them for, at least, 10 minutes in a large stockpot or metal canner fitted with a canning rack or …
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WebSep 25, 2015 · Rince in large outdoor tub, pot or kiddie pool. Simmer on low heat for 2 to 3 hours. Strain through large colander. Strain through small colander. Strain through wire strainer. Strain through layered …
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WebFeb 8, 2020 · Fill the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top and seal with 2 part canning lids. Process prickly pear jelly in a boiling water bath canner …
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WebAug 9, 2007 · Hard boil cactus fruit juice, pectin and lemon juice for 3 minutes. Hard boil means the point at which the brew still bubbles even when you stir it. Add sugar and bring back to a hard boil for 2 minutes or …
WebProcess in a Water Bath. Lower the Prickly Pear Jelly into a hot water bath, cover with 2 inches of water. Carefully place the lid on the water bath canner, and bring water to a steady boil. Process the jelly for 10 minutes …
WebPeel off the waxy skin first, then cut off the stem end. Place the fruit in a big soup or stock pot after coarsely chopping it while reserving the seeds. Simmer for about an hour after covering with water and bringing to a boil. Simply add more water if it starts to boil off.
WebSep 8, 2019 · The prickly pears in a pot with just enough water to cover. I boiled the pears for approximately 30-40 minutes to soften the pears. Occasionally I mash the fruit down with a potato masher to extract as …
WebAll you do is follow the directions for apple jelly on the box of pectin. Substitute 1 cup of prickly pear juice and one teaspoon lemon juice for each cup of apple juice in the recipe. That's it. Really. The best part of …
WebMeasure 1¾ cups of strained juice into large saucepan; reserve any extra juice for another use. 3. Combine ¼ cup sugar and Sure-Jell in bowl. Bring prickly pear juice and lime juice to boil over high heat. Whisk in Sure …
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WebTurn off heat and keep lids in hot water until ready to use. Prepare prickly pear cactus juice. (see note) Measure juice into saucepan. Add calcium water and lemon juice and mix well. Measure sugar or room temperature honey into a bowl. Thoroughly mix pectin powder into sweetener. Set aside. Bring juice mixture to a full boil.
WebStep 1. Pluck the fruit from the cactus with a long handled fork or tongs. 2. Put on rubber gloves to protect your hands: wash fruit under running water, then use a brush to clean (spines left on the fruit will soften during the cooking process and should come off after the fruit is strained). 3.
WebCombine the juice, lemon juice, sugar and optional food coloring. Boil for 1 minute and then add the pectin. Boil for another minute and remove from heat. 8. Stir your jelly once more and skim off any foam from the top. 9. Gently pour liquid into …
WebAug 10, 2010 · 4. Pour four cups of the prickly pear juice into a pot and add a half cup of lemon juice. 5. Mix a quarter cup of the sugar and a package of low/no sugar pectin and add to the juice. 6. Bring the mixture to a full boil. 7. Add the remaining sugar and bring back to a full boil. Boil for one minute, stirring constantly.
WebNov 15, 2023 · To extract the prickly pear juice, place the "husked" prickly pears into a blender or food processor and pulse until liquefied. Place the mixture into a fine mesh sieve and push out the juice into a pitcher or bowl. Discard the remaining pulp and seeds. Use the juice as you like.
WebMay 1, 2023 · Simmer 3 pint-size jars in a large pot of water until jelly is ready. Wash the lids and rings in warm, soapy water. Slice ends off each prickly pear. Make 1 long vertical slit down each one. Use slit to hold skin and peel off. Discard peel. Place peeled pears in a blender; purée in batches until liquefied.