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Sweet and Spicy Red Pepper Jelly


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5 from 2 reviews

  • Author: Jessica Smith
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 3 cups 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore, Gluten-Free

Description

A sweet heat explosion perfect for fall cheese boards. Easy to make and even easier to devour!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lbs (700 g) Red Bell Peppers, roughly chopped
  • 2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 3 cups (710 ml) White Sugar
  • 1 cups (237 ml) White Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash the red bell peppers thoroughly. Remove the stems, seeds, and inner white ribs. Roughly chop the peppers into smaller pieces.
  2. Pulse in Food Processor: Place the chopped bell peppers and red pepper flakes into a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed. Ensure that some texture remains.
  3. Combine and Boil: In a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot, combine the finely chopped pepper mixture, white sugar, white wine vinegar, unsalted butter, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Cook the Mixture: Place the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
  5. Reduce and Thicken: Let the mixture boil and reduce for about 20 minutes. The jelly will thicken as it cooks.
  6. Cool and Store: Remove the pot from the heat. Allow the jelly to cool slightly. Pour it into clean, sterilized jars or containers, leaving a little space at the top. Seal the containers with their respective lids. Refrigerate for immediate consumption or within a week; freeze for longer storage. Label containers with the date and contents.

Notes

  • For a smoother jelly, blend the pepper mixture in a food processor until completely smooth before combining with other ingredients.
  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the level of spiciness according to your preference.
  • To ensure proper sealing, use a boiling water bath method for canning the pepper jelly for longer shelf life.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Reduction
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 2
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 5