The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I remember making crab apple jelly years ago, with cloves in it, but I can't find the recipe - anybody got a good one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 There is one in here Clare I made it last year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 Is there? I searched for it and couldn't find anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I make crab apple and clove jelly and it's delicious. Crab Apple and Clove Jelly 2.5kg crab apples 6 cloves warmed sugar Chop the crab apples without peeling or coring them and put into a pan with the cloves and 1.75 litres water. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer until soft and pulpy. Tip the contents of the pan into a scalded jelly bag over a large non-metallic container and allow to drip undisturbed for 8-12 hours - don't squeeze the jelly bag at all or you'll end up with cloudy jelly! Measure the juice and pour into a clean pan. Add 450g warm sugar to every 570ml juice and heat gently, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Raise the heat and boil hard for 10 minutes until setting point has been reached. Remove from the heat and skim off any scum from the surface. Pour into warm, clean dry jars, cover and seal and leave overnight to set. Store in a cool, dark, dry place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 That sounds delicious Kate... thanks. One of the chaps at work has loads and has just offered me some. Must count my jam jars tonight Louise... I'll stick to searching manually in future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Thats the one I used last year Clare it is in here somewhere just not sure where Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 That's good timing, I was just lookin at my tree and thinking of asking about a recipe! But my applea are orange rather than red (I can't remember the variety), will they still be OK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 My tree is heaving with them too, & I was just sat outside wondering what to do with them before they all drop off & mess up the patio Mine are more orange as well.They look beautiful on the tree...all jewel like If anyone wants any I would be happy to send them for the cost of the postage (yes - there are THAT many) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 The orange ones make a lovely pink jelly! We have so many i could offer for people to come and fill their car boots ...and I always use puree for mine, not just the juice. I squidge it through a seive before measuring it to calculate the amout of sugar required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Just boiled up a few kilos of apples from a friend. Will be making apple and mint jelly tomorrow. Love the sound of crab apple jelly though!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Daft question- do you eat it like jam or is it like mint sauce, it accompanies certain foods? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 Either Jules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 My Mum likes it spread on toast! I haven't tried last years batch yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 It's lovely on hot toasted crumpets or muffins (the English sort, not the American cakes) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocobo Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 we're experimenting with the crabapples this year, because we have loads down every year and we don't want to waste them. So we're trying crabapple vodka and going to try crabapple jelly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 I made some of mine into crab apple brandy last year - very nice it is too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocobo Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 we brought a big kilner jar for it today, i think it looks really pretty, as the vodka has already gone very red.. I also brought two sloe gin bottles which are really pretty- i don't actually drink it, i just like the fact how it changes as you leave it of course my dad will appreciate it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 I don't drink either, but Phil appreciates it. I made him sloe gin and raspberry voddie last Christmas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 I make crab apple and clove jelly and it's delicious. Tip the contents of the pan into a scalded jelly bag over a large non-metallic container and allow to drip undisturbed for 8-12 hours - don't squeeze the jelly bag at all or you'll end up with cloudy jelly! I am a jelly rookie, so can I ask what a scalded jelly bag is, & where I can get one? And how will I hang it - from a hook or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 17, 2007 Author Share Posted August 17, 2007 A jelly bag is a sort of net bag, which filters the pulp out of the jelly so that it is clear - some people use a pair of old tights - scalded means that it has beenrinsed in boiling water to make it hygienic. My grandpies used to hang it under the kitchen stool with a bowl underneath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Cinnamon, the bag has four loops which i tied to an upturned chair and left on the dining table!! Just pop a large bowl underneath. I used a piece of butter muslin last year which was easier to find in the shops. Works just as well. Lakeland sell a jelly bag stand, but it was £15 which i though was a bit pricey for an old coat hanger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Thanks all - just bought a bag on Ebay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 I've used an old pillowcase before. It works fine so long as it's clean . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocobo Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 got a jelly bag from our local hardware store Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronze Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 And I use one of my daughters muslins. Its a little too early for my crabapples. I like the jelly very cinnamony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
