Jalapeno-Mint Jelly

• 3 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 cup small mint sprigs
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
• One 3-ounce pouch liquid pectin
• 1 drop green food coloring

1. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and mint.
2. Using a wooden spoon, crush the mint into the sugar to release its fragrance.
3. Add the water and vinegar and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Boil until the sugar melts, about 2 minutes.
5. Add the jalapenos and boil hard for 2 minutes.
6. Add the liquid pectin and food coloring and boil for 30 seconds.
7. Strain the jalapeno-mint jelly through a fine sieve into a large glass measuring cup.
8. Carefully pour the jelly into 4 hot sterilized 1/2-pint jars without creating many bubbles; stop 1/4 inch from the top.
9. If necessary, use a small knife to pop any bubbles.
10. Wipe the glass rims and close the jars.
11. Set them in a water bath and bring to a boil.
12. Process for 10 minutes.

sugar, mint sprigs, water, apple cider vinegar, jalapenos

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/jalapeno-mint-jelly (may not work)