Rose Petal Jam
Ingredients
- 5 ounce scented rose petals, washed and trimmed
- 2 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 1/2 cup sugar
- 5 T commercial pectin
- 3 T rosewater
Instructions
Makes 1 qt. Put the petals, water, lemon juice and sugar into a large saucepan and heat gently until the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer gently for 30 mins. Add the pectin and rosewater, stir well, then boil hard for 5 mins. Test for a set, if not ready, test again in 2 mins. Keep testing until a set is reached. Cool slightly, then pour into warmed, sterilized jars. Cover and seal when completely cold. Note: Use petals from unsprayed roses which have not been growing near a busy road. Cut away the white triangle at the base of each petal.