Best 8 Certo Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly Recipes

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**Savor the Sweet Heat: A Culinary Journey with Certo Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly**

Embark on a tantalizing adventure with Certo Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly, a delightful condiment that tantalizes the taste buds with its sweet and spicy harmony. Crafted from fresh, vibrant peppers, this jelly brings a burst of flavor to your culinary creations. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to elevate your dishes, this versatile jelly will transform your meals into extraordinary experiences. Discover three delectable recipes within this article, each showcasing the unique versatility of Certo Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly. From a classic glaze for grilled meats to a tangy dipping sauce for appetizers, these recipes will ignite your passion for cooking and leave your guests craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CERTO JALAPEñO JELLY



CERTO Jalapeño Jelly image

Create a spicy CERTO Jalapeño Jelly with some bell peppers, jalapeño peppers, fruit pectin and more. Serve your jalapeño jelly at the next dinner party!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Baking Ingredients

Time 50m

Yield Makes about 7 (1-cup) jars or 112 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 green bell pepper, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
6 jalapeño peppers, seeded finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1-1/2 cups HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar
1/2 tsp. butter or margarine
6-1/2 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1 pouch CERTO Fruit Pectin

Steps:

  • Bring boiling-water canner, half-full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
  • Place peppers in 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. Add vinegar and butter. Stir in sugar. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
  • Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 min. Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CERTO® FIVE PEPPER JELLY



CERTO® Five Pepper Jelly image

Create a savory, spicy five-pepper jelly with this great recipe. CERTO® Five Pepper Jelly features bell peppers, jalapenos, cayenne and more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h5m

Yield Makes 6 (1-cup) jars or 96 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups prepared peppers (buy 2 large red bell peppers, 1 large green bell pepper and 4 large jalapeno or serrano peppers)
1/2 of a small onion, finely chopped
2 tsp. salt, divided
1-1/2 cups HEINZ Red Wine Vinegar
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
5 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1/2 tsp. butter or margarine
2 pouches CERTO Fruit Pectin

Steps:

  • Bring boiling-water canner, half-full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain well before filling.
  • Stem and halve all peppers; discard seeds. Finely chop peppers. Measure exactly 3 cups chopped peppers into colander. Add onion and 1 tsp. of the salt; let stand in colander 3 hours, pressing occasionally with back of spoon to extract as much moisture as possible. Place pepper mixture in 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. Add vinegar, lemon juice, remaining 1 tsp. salt and the spices; mix well.
  • Stir sugar into prepared peppers in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming, if desired. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium low; simmer 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in cumin seeds. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
  • Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with 2-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 min.. Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middle of lid with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 50 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 0 g

CERTO® HOT PEPPER FREEZER JELLY



CERTO® Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly image

Try a sweet, zingy spread with this CERTO Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly! No need to get store-bought when you can make hot pepper freezer jelly at home.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time P1DT30m

Yield Makes about 4 (1-cup) containers or 64 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar (10-1/4 oz.) pickled whole jalapeño peppers, drained, seeded and chopped
1-1/3 cups bottled apple juice
1 drop green food coloring
4 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1 pouch CERTO Fruit Pectin
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar

Steps:

  • Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
  • Place peppers in blender container; cover. Blend on medium speed, using on/off pulses, to evenly chop peppers. (Do not process until pureed). Scrape down side of blender container, if necessary. Place peppers in large bowl. Add apple juice and food coloring; mix well. Stir in sugar. Let stand 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Mix pectin and vinegar in small bowl. Add to pepper mixture; stir 3 min. or until sugar is dissolved and no longer grainy. (A few sugar crystals may remain.)
  • Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jelly is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 0 g

SURE.JELL PEPPER FREEZER JELLY RECIPE



SURE.JELL Pepper Freezer Jelly Recipe image

Spice things up with this SURE.JELL Pepper Freezer Jelly recipe. Apple juice, fresh jalapeño peppers and apple cider vinegar, give this pepper freezer jelly recipe its tangy, sweet and spicy flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time P1DT20m

Yield Makes about 8 (1-cup) containers or 128 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1 box SURE-JELL For Less or No Sugar Needed Recipes Premium Fruit Pectin
1 cup water
4 cups bottled apple juice
2/3 cup whole pickled jalapeño peppers, drained, seeded and finely chopped (buy one 10-1/4-oz. jar peppers)
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar
1 to 2 drops green food coloring

Steps:

  • Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
  • Mix sugar and pectin in large saucepan. Stir in water until well blended. Bring to boil on medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 min. Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients; stir 1 min. or until well blended.
  • Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jelly is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CERTO EASY GRAPE FREEZER JELLY



CERTO Easy Grape Freezer Jelly image

Take only 20 minutes of your time to prepare this delicious grape jam that will be perfect to accompany the other delicacies you make.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time P1DT20m

Yield Makes about 5 (1-cup) containers or 80 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups bottled Concord grape juice
4 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1 pouch CERTO Fruit Pectin
2 Tbsp. water

Steps:

  • Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
  • Measure juice into large bowl. Stir in sugar. Let stand 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Mix pectin and water in small bowl. Add to juice mixture; stir 3 min. or until sugar is dissolved and no longer grainy. (A few sugar crystals may remain.)
  • Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jelly is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 0 g

HOT PEPPER JELLY



Hot Pepper Jelly image

Enjoy this spicy treat on crackers with cream cheese. It also makes a festive holiday appetizer.

Provided by ranger1

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ cups finely chopped red bell peppers
1 ¼ cups finely chopped green bell peppers
¼ cup finely chopped jalapeno peppers
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered pectin
5 cups white sugar

Steps:

  • Sterilize 6 (8 ounce) canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's instructions. Heat water in a hot water canner.
  • Place red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and jalapeno peppers in a large saucepan over high heat. Mix in vinegar and fruit pectin. Stirring constantly, bring mixture to a full rolling boil. Quickly stir in sugar. Return to full rolling boil, and boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and skim off any foam.
  • Quickly ladle jelly into sterile jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the tops. Cover with flat lids, and screw on bands tightly.
  • Place jars in rack, and slowly lower jars into canner. The water should cover the jars completely, and should be hot but not boiling. Bring water to a boil, and process for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 2.8 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

CERTO® PEPPER RELISH AND JELLY



CERTO® Pepper Relish and Jelly image

Here are two great ways to use summer's bounty of fresh peppers: homemade relish and jelly. Both are made with pectin and processed in a canner.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h30m

Yield Makes about 8 (1-cup) jars or 128 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup prepared green peppers and 1 cup prepared pepper juice (from 4 tor 5 large green bell peppers)
7 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
1-1/4 cups HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar, divided
1 tsp. butter or margarine, divided
2 pouches CERTO Fruit Pectin
2 drops green food coloring

Steps:

  • Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
  • To make the relish:
  • Cut peppers in half and discard seeds. Put through food chopper twice, using finest blade. Drain peppers, reserving exactly 1 cup of the prepared juice; pour juice into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot. Set aside to use when preparing the jelly. Measure exactly 1 cup of the drained prepared peppers into separate 6- or 8-qt. saucepot.
  • Stir 3-1/2 cups of the sugar and 3/4 cup vinegar into peppers in saucepot. Add 1/2 tsp. of the butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in 1 pouch of the pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
  • Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
  • To make the jelly:
  • Stir remaining 3-1/2 cups sugar and remaining 1/2 cup vinegar into prepared juice in saucepot. Tint with food coloring, if desired. Add remaining 1/2 tsp. butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in remaining pouch of pectin. Return to full rolling boil, and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
  • Ladle immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 5 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

30 MINUTES TO HOMEMADE SURE-JELL HOT PEPPER FREEZER JELLY



30 Minutes to Homemade SURE-JELL Hot Pepper Freezer Jelly image

Made with pickled jalapeño peppers, apple juice, cider vinegar, sugar and fruit pectin, this easy-to-make jelly can be frozen for up to a year.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time P1DT35m

Yield about 6 (1-cup) containers or 96 servings, 1 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 jar (10-1/4 oz.) whole pickled jalapeño peppers, drained, seeded and finely chopped
2-1/2 cups bottled apple juice
1/4 cup HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar
1 drop green or red food coloring
5-1/2 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
3/4 cup water
1 pkg. SURE-JELL Fruit Pectin

Steps:

  • Rinse clean plastic containers and lids in boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
  • Measure exactly 2/3 cup chopped peppers into large bowl. Add apple juice, vinegar and food coloring; mix well. Stir in sugar. Let stand 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Mix water and pectin in small saucepan. Bring to boil on high heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 1 min. Add to apple juice mixture; stir 3 min. or until sugar is dissolved and no longer grainy. (A few sugar crystals may remain.)
  • Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jelly is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • To make the jelly, you will need Certo liquid pectin, hot peppers, vinegar, sugar, and water.
  • Prepare the hot peppers by washing and removing the seeds. You can use any type of hot pepper, but some common choices include jalapeños, serranos, and habaneros.
  • Bring the vinegar, sugar, and water to a boil in a large saucepan. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the hot peppers to the saucepan and bring to a boil again. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Certo liquid pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil for 1 minute.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
  • Pour the jelly into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
  • Allow the jars to cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place.

Conclusion:

Certo hot pepper freezer jelly is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that can be used to add a spicy kick to a variety of dishes. It is perfect for adding flavor to sandwiches, wraps, burgers, and tacos. It can also be used as a glaze for chicken, pork, or fish. The jelly is also a great way to preserve hot peppers and enjoy their flavor all year long.

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