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Rosemary	Posted - Apr 05 2012 : 11:53:46 AM I am so tempted to try to harvest our outstanding "crop" of pretty violets this year and make jelly. But without some kind of "blueberry scoop" type of harvesting tool, it's just too big a job. I remember we talked about violet jelly last year, and some farmgirls made jars they sold. Anyone doing that again this year? Pretty please? :)
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countrymommy85	Posted - May 07 2012 : 1:29:47 PM I didn't even think of using english muffins! That would be perfect! Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
forgetmenot	Posted - May 07 2012 : 10:46:39 AM I love the wildflower jellies on plain scones and english muffins. They are so mild flavored that the jelly flavor is not overwhelmed. Farmgirl sister #3926 "Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon
countrymommy85	Posted - May 07 2012 : 06:29:30 AM Amie, I agree with you! I can not use my dainty jellies on "plain old" pb&j either! I do serve it with my homemade crepes and blinis for breakfast. I also have served the jelly with some roasts and also some artisian breads. Plain old loaf bread just couldn't do it for me. I also made a gluten free pound cake which I served some violet jelly with and it was fabulous! I wonder if I could make a scone recipe delicate enough to pair well with the "flower jellies"... Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
Amie C.	Posted - May 04 2012 : 6:49:25 PM I used the powdered pectin because it was what I had. Turned out just fine, I think. I love the color, and the flavor is...interesting. I can't imagine using it on plebian stuff like pb&j, though. It seems to call for some sort of dainty tea cakes. Does anyone have a favorite combination? What's the ideal pastry or whatever to pair with violet jelly?
FebruaryViolet	Posted - May 02 2012 : 08:00:47 AM @Krystle--I use the powdered pectin with jams, but I don't think I'll ever make a batch of jelly without it. I agree, too, about the setting. "Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..." The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon
countrymommy85	Posted - May 02 2012 : 07:15:42 AM Jonni, I have noticed the exact same thing with the liquid pectin! I get consistently clear results every time when making jelly! I also noticed I get a firmer setting jam using liquid pectin. I get good results using powdered but when making jelly I only use liquid! Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
FebruaryViolet	Posted - May 01 2012 : 05:59:06 AM Amie--how did it work out? It's quite easy once you get the hang of it, and I absolutely LOVE the color of the jelly. I recommend the liquid pectin, also--makes a jelly as clear as glass. "Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..." The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon
queenmushroom	Posted - Apr 28 2012 : 07:44:30 AM We don't have voilets yet. closer to june. maybe I'll try this. sounds interesting Patience is worth a bushel of brains...from a chinese fortune cookie
forgetmenot	Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 10:15:42 PM I know its now the 28th...so, yesterday I made my second batch of violet jelly for the year. I'll make the third one tomorrow. I think that will be enough. Also, made one batch of dandelion jelly today. Plenty to give away. Farmgirl sister #3926 "Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon
Amie C.	Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 4:41:05 PM I just picked my 2 cups and they are steeping! I hope this works, it was kind of an unplanned impulse. I was so excited that the sun came out this afternoon, I had to run straight to the yard after work.
countrymommy85	Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 06:07:22 AM This year has not been very good for violets this year, they have been really slow to start blooming. The dandelions have been slow to start as well but I am sure hoping the violets pick up like they were last year! I'd love to make at least 2 batches of violet jelly this year! Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
Calicogirl	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 7:11:46 PM Emily, You can follow the jelly recipe and omit the pectin or you can use the jelly if it doesn't set :) By His Grace, For His Glory ~Sharon
Emily Anna	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 2:58:16 PM Sharon, Thank you! How do you make syrup? Do you just the jelly that didn't set, or do you do something else to it?
countrymommy85	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 1:50:41 PM I go out and check every day if my violets are out yet and they aren't! Dandelions are just starting to bloom here so I'm going to make Dandelion jelly and the violets should be soon to follow the Dandelions as I remember last spring :) So exciting! Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
Calicogirl	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 07:27:38 AM Anna Mary, How precious is that memory? Like Jonni, that made me smile :) Emily, I hope your batch sets. If not the Violet 'Syrup' is great in lemonade or Italian Cream Sodas, or on Ice cream :) By His Grace, For His Glory ~Sharon
FebruaryViolet	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 07:06:34 AM Anna, what a blessing and a memory you'll have forever. That made me smile! The prairie land herbs link is the recipe I've used without fail for the last 4 years or so. It's sooo easy and soooo good! "Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..." The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon
Emily Anna	Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 06:52:57 AM I have another batch steeping now. I really hope it sets this time. Fingers crossed! Anna, your grandmother sounds wonderful!
Rosemary	Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 07:46:06 AM Here's a nice site for recipe with photos and handy advice: http://www.prairielandherbs.com/violetjelly.htm
anna13mary	Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 4:22:18 PM My 92 year old Grandmother and I spent a chunk of yesterday afternoon picking violet, one by one. I'd never made any before, but my jelly turned out beautiful, waiting for it to set now. Anna~Mary Daddy never liked me playing in mud, but Mommy always just laughed and said "It won't hurt anything. She'll wash." Thanks Mom... Still playing in the dirt @ 29 and still loving it!
countrymommy85	Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 10:48:37 AM I'm planning on making some this year as soon as they start bloomin'! Mothers are those wonderful people who can get up in the morning before the smell of coffee. ~Author Unknown http://countryrenaissance.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunflowersAndHoney
sjmjgirl	Posted - Apr 16 2012 : 10:45:53 AM I havent either, Roxanna. Can someone post the recipe please? What kind of violets do you use? Farmgirl Sister # 3810 Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly. - Dalai Lama April is Autism Awareness month. Autism affects 1 in 88 children (1 in 54 boys, including my son). Go to http://www.autismspeaks.org/ to learn more and help Light It Up Blue on April 2nd!
rphelps4	Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 9:17:57 PM Never heard of this jelly before, the recipe would be nice!
michgirl	Posted - Apr 15 2012 : 11:59:43 AM Made my first batch yesterday! LOVE LOVE LOVE the color!!
forgetmenot	Posted - Apr 11 2012 : 5:22:22 PM Same here, Amy. I did pick one quart tonight. And, plan on a couple more tomorrow. Farmgirl sister #3926 "Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon
mrsamy	Posted - Apr 11 2012 : 09:27:24 AM As far as picking goes, I run my fingers through the stems (like you would run 'em through your hair). Usually I can get 3 or 4 at a time, then close my fingers and gently tug. At least it's not ONE at time... Prayer costs nothing, but is worth the most.

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