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Rose petal jam (recipes)








Makes 1 x 450g/1lb jar



Preparation time

less than 30 mins



Cooking time

30 mins to 1 hour

















Ingredients



600ml/1pt boiling water450g/1lb strongly scented, freshly picked rose petals450g/1lb caster sugar2 limes, juice only



Method



1. Fill a large pan with the boiling water. Add half the rose petals, cover and leave to stand for two hours. 2. After two hours strain off the liquid and transfer to a clean pan. Discard the steeped rose petals.3. Add the sugar to the rosewater and stir over a low heat until dissolved. Add the lime juice and remaining rose petals, reserving a handful for later.4. Bring to boiling point, reduce the heat and simmer until setting point is reached. To test for this, pour a little onto a cold saucer. Push it gently with your finger. If it wrinkles, it is ready. If not continue to simmer for a little longer.5. Add remaining rose petals and simmer gently for another three minutes then pour into a sterilised jar and seal. The rose petals should rise to the top leaving clear jelly underneath.