Artillery Jam

Instructions

1. 1

   This makes a beautiful Christmas-time hors d'oeuvre when used in combination with Jalapeño Pepper Jelly. 6 large red bell peppers 2 tablespoons salt 1 cup cider vinegar 2 cups granulated sugar Red food coloring (optional) Seed peppers and grind them coarsely.

2. 2

   Put peppers in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Add salt; cover and let stand overnight.

4. 4

   Drain off about half of the liquid, pour the peppers into a heavy saucepan, and add the vinegar and sugar.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and add red food coloring a few drops at a time to make the jam a bright red.

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   Cool slightly, stirring occasionally, and spoon into sterilized jars.

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   Store in a cool, dark place.