Guide Note

Featuring a mint-flavored, jelly-like consistency, mint jelly is traditionally used as a condiment for lamb. Mint jelly recipes can vary from original mint to more complex versions that include apple or jalapenos.

Fast Facts

1. Mint plant is also known as "mentha"
2. Green coloring is artificial
3. Served as a garnish
4. Very low sodium
5. Zero fat and zero saturated fat
6. Spearmint flavor
7. Mint aids in digestion

• Fresh mint leaves and stems, rinsed
• lemon juice
• Boiling water
• Green food coloring
• Sugar
• Liquid pectin

1. Place the mint leaves in the bottom of a large saucepan.
2. Smash the leaves using a potato masher.
3. Add water and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
4. Remove the pan from the heat, cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
5. Strain the mixture and place the mint in a separate saucepan.
6. Add the lemon juice, food coloring and sugar and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
7. Stir in the liquid pectin. Continue to boil and stir for one minute.
8. Remove the mixture from heat and pour jelly into clean jars. Skim off any foam and seal the jars using a water bath.