Naughty Nellie's Five Pepper Jelly Recipe

Name: Naughty Nellie's Five Pepper Jelly
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb red bell pepper, 2 large; 13 lb green bell pepper, 1 large; 12 large onion, fine dice; 4 jalapenos, ribs and seeds removed,finely diced; 2 teaspoons salt; 5 cups sugar; 1 ½ cups red wine vinegar; ½ cup lemon juice, fresh if possible; ½ teaspoon dried ancho chile powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 6 ounces liquid pectin; 2 ½ teaspoons cumin seeds, whole,toasted

Servings: persons

34 lb red bell pepper, 2 large
13 lb green bell pepper, 1 large
12 large onion, fine dice
4 jalapenos, ribs and seeds removed,finely diced
2 teaspoons salt
5 cups sugar
1 ½ cups red wine vinegar
½ cup lemon juice, fresh if possible
½ teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 ounces liquid pectin
2 ½ teaspoons cumin seeds, whole,toasted

1
Remove the seeds and stems from the bell peppers and coarsely chop them.
2
Place the chopped peppers in a food processor and process until they are finely chopped.
3
Put the processed peppers into a colander and add the onion, jalapeno and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
4
Allow to drain for 3 hours.
5
Press to extract as much of the moisture as possible.
6
Transfer the mixture to a large heavy non-reactive saucepan.
7
Stir in the sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, chile powder, cayenne, crushed red pepper and the remaining salt.
8
Bring to a boil, stirring, and cook for 10 minutes.
9
Add the pectin and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
10
Turn off the heat, stir in the toasted cumin seeds and allow to stand for 5 minutes.
11
Stir to distribute the chopped peppers evenly and pour into hot sterilized half-pint jars.
12
Wipe the rims clean with a damp towel and seal with new lids and metal rings.
13
Place the jars on a rack, without letting them touch, in a deep canning kettle with water to cover by 1 inch.
14
Cover the kettle and bring to a boil.
15
Once the water comes to a boil, boil for five more minutes.
16
Remove the jars to a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely before storing.

2777

kcal

Calories

Fat

601

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 34 lb red bell pepper, 2 large, 13 lb green bell pepper, 1 large, 12 large onion, fine dice, 4 jalapenos, ribs and seeds removed,finely diced, and more.

Yes, Naughty Nellie's Five Pepper Jelly falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Naughty Nellie's Five Pepper Jelly

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Variations & substitutions

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