Apple Marmalade

Ingredients

• 4 tart apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
• 1/2 small orange, juice and zest of, grated
• 1/2 small lemon, juice and zest of, grated
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups sugar

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare fruit, rind and juice. Place in a bowl.

2. 2

   Stir water and sugar in large saucepan on medium heat until mixture boils.

3. 3

   Add fruit mixture; return to a boil.

4. 4

   Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for about 45 minutes until fruit is clear and mixture thickens.

5. 5

   Cool a small spoonful to room temperature on chilled saucer to see if it jells.

6. 6

   When jelly stage is reached, fill hot sterilized half pint jars to within 1/4 inch of top. Place sterilized metal lids on jars and screw metal bands on securely. For added assurance against spoilage, you may choose to process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.