Fresh Fruit Jello

1. 1

   Place the water in a wide, shallow bowl, and evenly sprinkle the powdered gelatin over it. Let bloom for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   In a large pot, combine the fruit, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until the fruit breaks down and releases it's juices, 5-10 minutes.

3. 3

   Strain the juice through a fine mesh strainer. Measure the juice - you should have about 4 cups of liquid. If possible, take the temperature of the liquid and ensure it's not above 212u00b0F.

4. 4

   Melt the gelatin in the microwave or over a double boiler. Stir the melted gelatin into the liquid, and pour the liquid into your mold(s).

5. 5

   Transfer to the refrigerator and let the jello set until fully chilled and firm, at least 1 hour.

6. 6

   Favorite flavors: Strawberry-Lime (following the note above), Mango, Raspberry-Peach (layered, using technique described in article), Blackberry-Lemon (following the note above), Pineapple-Kiwi (layered, using technique described in article).

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