Wine Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine wine and sugar; mix well and set aside.
2. 2
   In a large pot, combine water and fresh lemon juice; add powdered pectin and stir mixture with a wooden spoon until most lumps have disappeared.
3. 3
   Over medium-high heat, stir constantly until any remaining lumps are gone.
4. 4
   While continuing to stir, bring mixture to a hard boil that cant be stirred down.
5. 5
   Stir and cook mixture for one minute.
6. 6
   Immediately add the wine-sugar mixture to the pot.
7. 7
   Stir the jelly mixture just until sugar has dissolved and mixture is very, very hot (approximately 3 minutes); do not let jelly boil, or even approach a simmer.
8. 8
   Remove from heat.
9. 9
   Let mixture sit for about 3 to 4 minutes.
10. 10
    Gently skim off any foam and discard.
11. 11
    Ladle jelly into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of space at the top.
12. 12
    Seal jelly with melted paraffin (according to manufacturers directions.)
13. 13
    Cool and label jars.
14. 14
    Refrigerate.