Beet Jelly

Step 1

Peel beets and simmer in water for 30 minutes.

Step 2

When beets are tender strain off liquid measuring 4 cups of beet juice.

Step 3

Pour into a large pot.

Step 4

Stir in lemon juice and pectin.

Step 5

Bring to a full, rolling boil over high heat.

Step 6

Stir in sugar all at once and return to a full, rolling boil and boil for 1 minute.

Step 7

Remove from heat and ladle into clean hot stearilized jars leaving 0.125 inch head space and seal.

Step 8

I process any jelly for 5 minutes in a boiling water bath even though the recipes don't call for it.