Apricot Jalapeno Preserves

MexicanVegetarianIntermediate5 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 0.5 cup jalapeno peppers, stems and seeds removed
  • 1 each red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed
  • 2 cup cider vinegar
  • 0 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 6 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 oz liquid pectin
  • 4 drop red food color (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Put jalapenos, bell pepper and vinegar in blender.

  2. 2

    Puree until coarsely ground and small chunks remain.

  3. 3

    Combine apricots, sugar and jalapeno mixture in large saucepan.

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Boil rapidly for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat; skim off any foam that forms.

  7. 7

    Allow mixture to cool for 2 minutes.

  8. 8

    Mix in pectin (and food coloring if desired).

  9. 9

    Pour into sterilized jars, seal, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

  10. 10

    Yield: 3 pints

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