Rose Petal Jam

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   Pick fresh petals.

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   (Make sure they have not been sprayed with insecticide.)

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   Cut off their white ends with scissors, and wash and drain the petals.

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   Cover with water in a large pan, add the juice of 1/2 lemon, and simmer for 30 minutes.

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   Then drain.

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   In the same pan, make a syrup by boiling 2 1/2 cups of water with the sugar and the remaining lemon juice for 10 minutes.

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   Let it cool, put the petals in, and leave them to macerate for 24 hours.

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   Bring the syrup and petals to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the petals are tender.

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   Add rose water, if you like, and boil a moment more.

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    Pour into a glass jar and let cool before closing.

11. 11

    Make the same jam with the blossoms of bitter Seville-orange trees.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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