Recipe for cooking corn cob jelly
AmerIndian Recipes :: AmerIndian Desserts
This is a Cherokee recipe which is light in texture and has a flavor similar to apple jelly. 12 ears fresh corn
4 c. water
4 c. sugar
1 (3 fl. ounce) pkg. liquid fruit pectin Cut corn from the cobs and reserve for another use. Place cobs in water and let it come to a boil. Cover and cook for 12 to 15 mins. Remove cobs and strain liquid through cheesecloth or another filter. If necessary, add enough water to make 3 c.. Place liquid in a saucepan and stir in sugar. Let it come to a boil and cook until sugar is dissolved. Stir in pectin and cook 1 mins. longer. Remove from heat, skim, and spoon into sterilized jars. Seal and store. Makes 3 c..
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