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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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 Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 4:41:05 PM
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| 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. |
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
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Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 10:15:42 PM
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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 |
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queenmushroom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lorena
Centerville
Me
USA
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Posted - Apr 28 2012 : 07:44:30 AM
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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 |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - May 01 2012 : 05:59:06 AM
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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..."
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countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krystle
MT
USA
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Posted - May 02 2012 : 07:15:42 AM
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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
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - May 02 2012 : 08:00:47 AM
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@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 |
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
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Posted - May 04 2012 : 6:49:25 PM
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| 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? |
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countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krystle
MT
USA
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Posted - May 07 2012 : 06:29:30 AM
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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
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
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Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - May 07 2012 : 10:46:39 AM
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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
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countrymommy85
True Blue Farmgirl
898 Posts
Krystle
MT
USA
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Anyone Making Violet Jelly This Year?
