
A historical preserve from Recipes from here and there (1900). If covered with paraffin will keep for a year.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Cook one quart cranberries and one cup water until soft
Put through sifter
Allow to come to boiling point
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Add two cups sugar, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved
Do not boil
Pour into hot glasses
If covered with paraffin will keep for a year
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cranberries are naturally high in pectin, a carbohydrate that forms a gel network when heated with sugar and acid. By cooking the cranberries first, then straining out the skins, you create a smooth base where pectin molecules can freely bond. Adding sugar without boiling prevents pectin degradation while still allowing enough heat for the sugar to dissolve and the gel structure to form as it cools. This gentle approach yields a delicate, jewel-toned jelly rather than a thick jam.
This jelly is designed for long-term preservation. Once set and sealed with paraffin (or modern two-piece canning lids), it can be stored in a cool, dark pantry for up to one year. For best results, allow jars to sit undisturbed for 24 hours after pouring to ensure a proper set before moving to storage.
Sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark pantry for up to 12 months. Once opened, remove paraffin seal, cover with a lid, and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks. If not using paraffin, process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes for shelf-stable storage, or simply refrigerate unsealed jars for up to 3 weeks.
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This jelly is designed for long-term preservation. Once set and sealed with paraffin (or modern two-piece canning lids), it can be stored in a cool, dark pantry for up to one year. For best results, allow jars to sit undisturbed for 24 hours after pouring to ensure a proper set before moving to storage.
Sealed jars can be stored in a cool, dark pantry for up to 12 months. Once opened, remove paraffin seal, cover with a lid, and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks. If not using paraffin, process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes for shelf-stable storage, or simply refrigerate unsealed jars for up to 3 weeks.