Apricot Jalapeno Jelly

There are many versions of recipes for this jelly.  One of my larger stove top burners stopped working, so I got out my Ball Jam Maker and took a look at the recipes that come with that.

I used their Pepper Jelly recipe, but instead of any green pepper, I split the amount with red bell pepper and dried apricots.  It's good, and more of a mild pepper jelly recipe.  I made 4 perfect 1/2 pints of jelly. 

Next, I'll make a Hot Pepper Jelly.  One with a bit more heat to it.  This is my first year canning pepper jellies.

I did a lot of researching on the Internet, and many reviews stated that the recipes requiring 2 cups of cider had too much.  The Ball Jam recipe book required 2/3 cup for 4 - 1/2 pints.