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Wild Violet Jelly ~ Garden Tidbits





My homestead has a somewhat good amount of wild violets.  

I was itching to pick some wild purple violets, for my "new" jelly to try this year.  I've never made it and we had a very busy weekend.  So...I picked the violets....



...made my "tea", and let it set for 24 hours.  I placed in the  refrigerator for about 2-3 days, then took it out to make the jelly.
The final result is a very pretty pink.  I used the recipe (1/4 inch head space in the jars) from Rebecca at Rebecca's Hearth and Home Blogspot.  The jelly is delicious.  Almost like grape, better.  A sort of fruity flavor.

 My kitchen smelled so good too.  Even the kids came home and said, "what were you cooking that smells so good."

 That's not all I got done yesterday.  I got my carrots, turnips, two types of radishes, chard and collards planted.  I worked on the asparagus patch too.  The heat is drying up the ground though, so I am not sure I'll get anything weeded today either.  I may have to wait for this next rain tomorrow (or whenever it shows up).
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Susan said…
Oh, that jelly is beautiful! I sure wish I had violets - I've got lots of Johnny Jump-Ups, but no violets. You are way ahead of me, planting-wise.
May 9, 2018 at 11:18 AM
Pioneer Woman at Heart said…
Susan, I have yet to get more kale in too. Ugh. I had to run to town for more carrot seeds as well. I didn't order enough this year. The jelly is fantastic. I hope I have more to violets after this next rain.
May 9, 2018 at 11:37 AM
Rebecca Knox said…
Hello, Kristina! I'm so sorry! For some reason I don't get notifications when you leave a comment and I just now found your comments on my blog. I am so excited that you made the jelly! How did it turn out? Did you like the flavor? We loved it! I left about a half-inch head space when I made mine. Am looking forward to hearing more about your experience! Blessings! ~Rebecca
May 9, 2018 at 4:08 PM
mamasmercantile said…
I can only imagine the smell of those beautiful violets. There is no problem with rain here it is the sun we are lacking at the moment.
May 10, 2018 at 2:10 AM
Pioneer Woman at Heart said…
Rebecca,we love the jelly!! I found out you can make the "tea" for the jelly and also freeze it until you are ready to make the jelly. I would love to make another batch if I have more violets. Thanks so much!
May 10, 2018 at 6:45 AM
Pioneer Woman at Heart said…
mamasmercantile, we got a bit of rain, so I am looking forward to more violets.
May 10, 2018 at 6:46 AM
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