Delightful Grape Preserve
This Delightful Grape Preserve captures the essence of fresh grapes in a jar, making it a must-have for your breakfast table or pantry. In just 20 minutes, you can create this simple yet exquisite jam using either Concord, blue, or red grapes, combined with unsweetened grape juice. The addition of Splenda or granulated sugar offers a delightful sweetness without being overpowering. Once cooled, this jam not only provides a perfect topping for toast or pancakes but can also be a wonderful ingredient in desserts or even savory dishes. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills with this easy recipe that brightens your meals year-round!
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Grapes
7 1/4 cups (stemmed)
Unsweetened grape juice
1 cup
Bernardin no sugar needed fruit pectin
1 package
Splenda sugar substitute or granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan, crush the stemmed grapes and cook them over medium heat for about 10 minutes until they are softened.
2
Once the grapes have softened, press the mixture through a fine sieve to separate the pulp from the seeds. Discard the seeds and measure out 4 cups of the grape pulp.
3
In another large saucepan, combine the grape pulp and unsweetened grape juice. Gradually sprinkle in the fruit pectin while stirring until it is completely dissolved.
4
Stirring constantly, increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil. Once boiling, add in the Splenda (or granulated sugar) all at once.
5
Return to a full boil, stirring frequently, and let it boil for 3 minutes.
6
Remove the saucepan from heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the top.
7
Carefully ladle the hot grape jam into sterilized jars, ensuring to leave a 1/4-inch headspace at the top of each jar.
8
Process the filled jars in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes to ensure they are sealed.
9
After processing, allow the jars to cool completely. Check the seals before storing them in a cool, dark place. The jam can be stored for up to 1 year.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delightful Grape Preserve?
It is a quick and simple homemade jam that captures the essence of fresh grapes, suitable for breakfast spreads or dessert ingredients.
What types of grapes can be used for this recipe?
You can use Concord, blue, or red grapes to make this preserve.
How long does it take to make this grape preserve?
The recipe is designed to be completed in approximately 20 minutes.
Can I use granulated sugar instead of Splenda?
Yes, you can use either 1 1/2 cups of Splenda sugar substitute or regular granulated sugar.
What kind of juice is required for this jam?
The recipe requires 1 cup of unsweetened grape juice.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 4 main ingredients: grapes, unsweetened grape juice, fruit pectin, and a sweetener.
Do I need to leave the seeds in the grapes?
No, the instructions specify pressing the mixture through a fine sieve to separate and discard the seeds.
How much grape pulp is needed for the mixture?
You should measure out exactly 4 cups of the grape pulp after sieving.
What specific brand of pectin is recommended?
The recipe calls for Bernardin no sugar needed fruit pectin.
How long should the grapes be cooked initially?
Crushed grapes should be cooked over medium heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
How do I incorporate the pectin?
Gradually sprinkle the fruit pectin into the pulp and juice mixture while stirring until it is completely dissolved.
When do I add the sweetener?
Add the Splenda or granulated sugar all at once after the mixture has reached a full rolling boil.
How long does the mixture need to boil after adding sugar?
The mixture should boil for 3 minutes while stirring frequently.
What should I do if foam forms on top of the jam?
Remove the saucepan from the heat and skim off any foam before ladling into jars.
How much headspace should be left in the jars?
Leave a 1/4-inch headspace at the top of each sterilized jar.
How long do I process the jars in a water canner?
Process the filled jars in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes.
What is the shelf life of this grape preserve?
The jam can be stored for up to 1 year when kept in a cool, dark place.
How should the finished jars be stored?
Store them in a cool, dark place after they have cooled completely and you have checked the seals.
Can this preserve be used on pancakes?
Yes, it makes a perfect topping for pancakes, toast, and various desserts.
Is this recipe considered easy for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a quick way to create homemade preserves.
Does this recipe contain fat or cholesterol?
Based on the ingredient list of fruit and sweetener, it typically contains no fat or cholesterol.
Should the grapes be stemmed before cooking?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 7 1/4 cups of stemmed grapes.
Can I use this jam in savory dishes?
Yes, the description suggests it can be a wonderful ingredient in savory dishes.
What tool do I use to separate the pulp?
Use a fine sieve to separate the pulp from the seeds.
Is this a no-sugar-added recipe?
It can be made as a no-sugar-added recipe if using Splenda and the specified no-sugar-needed pectin.
Do I need to stir the mixture while it boils?
Yes, you should stir constantly or frequently during the boiling stages.
How much grapes do I start with?
The recipe starts with 7 1/4 cups of stemmed grapes.
When do I check the seals on the jars?
Check the seals after the jars have cooled completely following the water bath processing.
What heat setting should be used to bring the mixture to a boil?
Increase the heat to high to bring the pulp and pectin mixture to a full rolling boil.
What are the main categories for this recipe?
It is categorized under grape jam, fruit jam, breakfast spreads, and homemade preserves.