Lime Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   Grate the peel of 5 of the limes; set aside.
2. 2
   Squeeze enough juice from 6 to 8 of the limes to measure 3/4 cup; pour juice into medium bowl.
3. 3
   Add lime peel and water; mix well. Place three layers of damp cheesecloth over a medium bowl. Pour juice mixture into cheesecloth. Tie it closed and let drip into bowl until dripping stops, about 10-15 minutes. Press gently. Measure exactly 2-1/2 cups prepared juice into a 6-quart pan.
4. 4
   Stir sugar into the juice in the pan.
5. 5
   Add food coloring if desired.
6. 6
   Bring mixture to full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly.
7. 7
   Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 minute.
8. 8
   Skim off any foam.
9. 9
   Ladle into jars, seal and process 8 minutes.
10. 10
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