Classic Mint Jelly Recipe
Prep Time:
35 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Servings:
3 Cups
Ingredients
  • 2 cups mint leaves, tightly packed
  • 3 ½ cups water
  • 3 ½ cups sugar
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 ounces pectin (liquid)
Directions
  1. Roughly chop the mint leaves, and add them to a pot with the water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then turn off the heat. Let the mint steep for 20 minutes.
  3. Strain out the mint leaves, then measure out 3 cups of mint-infused water, and pour it back into the pot.
  4. Add the lemon juice and sugar to the water, and bring it to a boil.
  5. When all of the sugar has dissolved, turn off the heat and immediately stir in the pectin.
  6. Add a drop or 2 of food coloring, if desired, then pour the jelly into sterilized jars and use as desired.