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Red Onion Jelly Recipe

This vibrant red onion jelly is a culinary delight! Perfect as a sophisticated appetizer served with cream cheese and crackers, or as a unique and flavorful topping for roasted chicken and other meats. Its sweet and tangy flavor profile makes it a memorable addition to any cheese board or holiday gathering. This recipe, a family favorite, is easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. Make a batch for yourself and some extra for gifting!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 715.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.3 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Red Onion Jelly

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How to Make Red Onion Jelly

  1. Peel, quarter, and thinly slice 2 large red onions.
  2. Measure 3 cups of sliced red onions into a 6- or 8-quart sauce pot.
  3. Stir in 1 cup apple juice, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried sage, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, measure 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar.
  5. Stir 1 package (1 1/4 ounces) liquid fruit pectin into the onion mixture in the sauce pot.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon butter.
  7. Over high heat, bring the mixture to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. This means a boil that cannot be stirred down.
  8. Quickly stir in the combined sugars.
  9. Return to a full rolling boil and boil exactly 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  10. Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
  11. Ladle the hot jelly quickly into hot, sterilized half-pint jars, filling to within 1/8 inch of the tops.
  12. Wipe jar rims and threads clean.
  13. Cover jars with lids and screw bands tightly.
  14. Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. Ensure jars are fully submerged during processing.
  15. Remove jars from canner and let cool completely. You should hear a 'pop' sound as the jars seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

676g

Fat

1g

Carbs

60g

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