Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Gather about 1 quart of fresh yellow dandelion petals from a pesticide-free area.
- Rinse the dandelion petals gently under cool water to remove any dirt or insects, then cut them into a saucepan.
- Add 2 quarts of water, bring to boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 6 minutes.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to extract the dandelion tea.
- In a pot, combine 3 cups of dandelion tea, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 packet of pectin, stirring until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then slowly stir in 4 ½ cups of sugar until dissolved.
- Pour the jelly into pre-sterilized jars, process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
- Cool the jars undisturbed for 24 hours, then store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition
Notes
Avoid collecting green bits or damaged petals to prevent bitterness. Proper sterilization of jars is essential to prevent spoilage.