Fiery Fusion: Green Chili-Pepper Jelly Delight 🌶️🍏🍯

Green Chili-Pepper Jelly Recipe

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Description: Spice up your pantry with this delectable Green Chili-Pepper Jelly, a delightful blend of fiery green chili peppers and the sweetness of bell peppers, perfectly balanced with cider vinegar and a hint of cayenne pepper.

• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Yield: 5 half pints

Ingredients:

• 2 green chili peppers
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 1/2 cups cider vinegar
• 5 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Green food coloring (optional)
• 3 ounces liquid pectin

Instructions:

1. Prepare Peppers:

   • Rinse, seed, and chop the chili peppers and bell pepper.

2. Blend:

   • In an electric blender, combine one-half cup of cider vinegar, chili peppers, and bell pepper.
   • Process until liquefied.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Pour the blended mixture into a large heavy saucepan or kettle.
   • Use the remaining cup of cider vinegar to rinse the blender; add it to the kettle.
   • Stir in sugar and cayenne pepper.

4. Cook:

   • Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, over moderate heat, allowing it to slowly come to a boil.
   • Boil for two minutes.

5. Remove Foam:

   • Remove the saucepan from heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the surface using a metal spoon.

6. Add Color and Pectin:

   • If desired, add green food coloring for a vibrant hue.
   • Stir in the liquid pectin, ensuring it is thoroughly mixed.

7. Jar and Seal:

   • Pour the jelly into hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving a bit of headspace at the top.
   • Seal the jars immediately with two-part lids.

8. Process:

   • Process the jars in a boiling water bath:
     • Five minutes if you’re at sea level to 1,000 feet elevation.
     • Ten minutes if you’re between 1,001 to 6,000 feet elevation.
     • Fifteen minutes if you’re above 6,000 feet elevation.

9. Enjoy:

   • Once processed, allow the jars to cool and the jelly to set before enjoying it on your favorite crackers, toast, or as a glaze for meats.

This Green Chili-Pepper Jelly not only adds a kick to your taste buds but also makes for a thoughtful homemade gift or a tasty addition to any charcuterie board. Embrace the bold flavors and enjoy the sweet and spicy harmony in every bite! 🌶️🍏🍯