A vibrant, floral jelly blending dandelions, lemon, and honey for a sweet, zesty condiment.
# Ingredient List:
→ Foraged Blossoms
01 - 4 cups fresh dandelion petals, green parts removed
→ Liquids
02 - 4 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Sweeteners
04 - 2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup mild honey
→ Setting Agents
06 - 1 packet fruit pectin (1.75 oz)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Select only the yellow dandelion petals, removing all green sepals and stems to ensure a delicate flavor profile.
02 - Combine petals and water in a large saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat, cover, and allow to steep for at least 6 hours or overnight to develop a full floral infusion.
04 - Strain liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing gently to extract all liquid. Discard petals.
05 - Measure 3 cups of the strained infusion. If short, add additional water to reach desired volume.
06 - Pour measured infusion into a clean saucepan. Add lemon juice and pectin. Stir and bring to a boil over high heat, maintaining constant agitation.
07 - Stir in granulated sugar and honey. Bring mixture back to a rolling boil, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened and mixture passes the jelly test.
08 - Remove from heat. Skim off any foam to ensure clarity.
09 - Ladle jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rims, seal with lids, and process jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
10 - Allow jars to cool undisturbed. Check for proper seals before storing in a cool, dark location.
