Grape Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   Soak and wash grapes; remove stems.
2. 2
   Crush grapes and add to water in a Dutch oven, mixing well.
3. 3
   Cover and place over high heat and mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Press mixture through a cheesecloth or strainer, extracting 4 cups juice.
6. 6
   Allow juice to sit overnight in a cool place.
7. 7
   Strain juice through a cheesecloth.
8. 8
   Combine juice and sugar in a large Dutch oven, stirring well.
9. 9
   Place over heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to rapid boil.
10. 10
    Add pectin and bring to boil.
11. 11
    Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and skim off foam with metal spoon.
12. 12
    Pour quickly into hot sterilized jars.
13. 13
    Leave 1/2-inch headspace.
14. 14
    Seal with layer of paraffin.
15. 15
    Cover with lids.
16. 16
    Yields 4 pints.