Honeysuckle Jelly

Step 1

Gather your honeysuckle blossoms. Remove all greens and debris. Rinse in a colander.

Step 2

When removing the green tips don't remove the stamen, it will pull all that amazing flavor out.

Step 3

Boil 4 cups of water.

Step 4

Place the honeysuckle blossoms in a tall jar or pitcher with a lid, and pour the hot boiling water over them. Allow this to sit for 12 hours (overnight).

Step 5

Using a sieve, strain the flowers from the Infusion Water.

Step 6

Heat the infusion water in a large pot on the stove until boiling. Add the powdered pectin and the lemon juice. Boil for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Stir in the sugar and heat continue heating on medium high stirring constantly.

Step 8

When the mixture hits 220 degrees you're done.

Step 9

Ladle the liquid into the jars leaving about a 1/2" of head space at the top.

Step 10

Seal the jar with the lids. Flip the jars upside down for about 10 minutes.

Step 11

Flip them upright and place in a cool, dry place for 24 hours to continue cooling. You should hear them pop when they seal.

Step 12

When completely cooled, be sure to test jars for proper sealing.