Lemon Jelly

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine lemon juice, lemon rind and water in a bowl.

2. 2

   Let stand for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Strain and pour into large saucepan.

4. 4

   Add sugar to juice mixture; mix well.

5. 5

   Bring to a hard boil over high heat, stirring constantly.

6. 6

   At once, stir in the fruit pectin.

7. 7

   Bring to a full rolling boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

8. 8

   Remove from heat.

9. 9

   Stir in food color.

10. 10

    Skim off foam with metal spoon.

11. 11

    Ladle into hot sterilized jars.

12. 12

    Cover immediately with 1/8-inch hot paraffin.

13. 13

    Yields 5 cups.