Pepper Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 4 ingredients in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Boil 6 minutes, stirring frequently.
2. 2
   Stir in pectin; boil 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and skim off foam with a metal spoon.
4. 4
   Quickly pour hot jelly into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace; wipe jar rims.
5. 5
   Cover at once with metal lids and screw on bands.
6. 6
   Process in boiling water bath 5 minutes. Yields 7 half-pints.