Pyracantha Berry Jelly (Firethorn bush)
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
They are not REALLY poison. The thorns of the bush will cause a rash, but the berries are edible for birds and people
Source: Home Cookin' book
Categories: Jams, Jelly, conserves, marmalade, preserves
Ingredients
- 6 cups berries, washed
- 3 cups water
- 1 pkg. powdered pectin
- juice of 1 grapefruit
- juice of 1 lemon
Directions
- Combine the water and berries, and boil for 20 minutes in a large saucepan. Strain to make 4 1/2 cups liquid.
- Add pectin and juices. Bring to a full rolling boil and hard boil for one minute, stirring constantly. Add the sugar.
- Bring to a full boil again and boil for 5 minutes. Pour into jelly glasses and seal.