Mamma'S Pepper Jelly

• 3/4 c. any variety of fresh hot pepper
• 1/2 c. jalapeno pepper (even if jalapeno pepper is used as the pepper of your choice)
• 1/4 c. bell pepper
• 1 1/2 c. vinegar
• 6 c. sugar
• 1 plastic bag Certo (a gelling agent that comes two bags per box)
• red or green food coloring, if desired

1. Place peppers and vinegar into a blender container.
2. Chop to medium-fine consistency.
3. Pour into large stainless steel boiler. Add sugar, stirring to mix well.
4. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
5. (Watch carefully to prevent mixture from boiling over.)
6. Remove from heat.
7. Strain through a large stainless steel strainer.
8. Return to a boil; boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
9. Remove from heat.
10. Immediately add Certo and a drop or two of red or green food coloring, if desired.
11. Pour jelly into sterilized jars and seal.
12. Give jelly as gifts or serve as a spread with cream cheese and crackers.
13. Makes 6 (1/2 pint) jars.

pepper, jalapeno pepper, bell pepper, vinegar, sugar, red

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=871450 (may not work)