Kudzu Jelly

Instructions

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   Kudzu's purple blooms appear in the fall.

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   They have a grape-like aroma.

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   Beware that there is pollen in the blooms.

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   The jelly is a lavender-pink jewel-tone shade with an aroma of apple or plum jelly. 2 cusp firmly packed kudzu blossoms 4 1/2 cups water 4 or 5 cups granulated sugar 1 box Sure Jell (fruit pectin) Rinse the freshly gathered kudzu blossoms.

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   In a saucepan, bring the blossoms and water to a boil.

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   Simmer for approximately 20 minutes, until blossoms are faded in color and the liquid is a deep lavender color.

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   Strain in a colander and discard the blossoms.

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   Pour liquid through a jelly bag or cheesecloth.

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   Use 4 cups of the kudzu liquid with sugar and fruit pectin, following instructions on pectin package.

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    Yields about 6 cups jelly.