Homemade Quince Jelly And Jam

Ingredients

• Quinces
• Cold water
• Sugar

Method

1. 1 Wash quinces, halve, remove seeds/cores, and pare. Slice pared fruit thinly and soak in cold water.
2. 2 Boil parings and seeds in water until soft. Mash, strain through a jelly bag, and measure the juice.
3. 3 Boil the quince juice for 10 minutes. Add ¾ cup sugar per cup of juice, dissolve, boil 10 minutes more, then pour into sterilized glasses and seal with paraffin.
4. 4 Boil the sliced quinces in water until soft. Drain, measure the cooked fruit, and return to the kettle.
5. 5 Add 1 quart sugar and 1 cup water for every 3 quarts of cooked fruit. Cook slowly until thick jam consistency.
6. 6 Fill sterilized jars, seal with rubber and lid, and process in a hot water bath for 15 minutes.