Beet Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   Peel beets and simmer in water for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   When beets are tender strain off liquid measuring 4 cups of beet juice.
3. 3
   Pour into a large pot.
4. 4
   Stir in lemon juice and pectin.
5. 5
   Bring to a full, rolling boil over high heat.
6. 6
   Stir in sugar all at once and return to a full, rolling boil and boil for 1 minute.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and ladle into clean hot stearilized jars leaving 0.125 inch head space and seal.
8. 8
   I process any jelly for 5 minutes in a boiling water bath even though the recipes don't call for it.