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Mild Red Pepper Jelly Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Mild Red Pepper Jelly! Perfect for those who appreciate the sweetness of peppers without the heat. This recipe uses mild red peppers (but feel free to experiment with green or orange peppers, or a mix!), resulting in a delicious spread for bagels, crackers, sandwiches, ham, roast, and more! Discover a family secret for perfectly smooth cooking – no more sticking! Get ready to elevate your culinary game with this easy-to-make, flavorful jelly.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 689.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
Mild Red Pepper Jelly

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mild Red Pepper Jelly

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How to Make Mild Red Pepper Jelly

  1. Wash and finely chop 2 pounds of mild red peppers.
  2. Combine chopped peppers, 2 cups white sugar, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1 (1-ounce) package liquid pectin in a large saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Once boiling, boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Remove from heat and skim off any foam.
  6. Ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  7. Wipe the jar rims clean, place lids and bands on jars, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
  8. Remove jars from the canner and let cool completely. Check seals and store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

73 g

Sugar

660g

Fat

1g

Carbs

57g

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