CABERNET FRANC WINE JELLY

(RECIPE POSTED BY ANGELA BEADLE CORCORAN)

Fresh Thyme accentuates the herbaceous notes of Cabernet Franc. This gift makes a wonderful accompaniment to a cheese platter.

1 cup Cabernet Franc or Merlot wine
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 lg. sprigs fresh thyme
3 1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 pouch pectin

In a lg. saucepan, bring wine, vinegar and thyme to boil over high heat.
Remove from heat: cover and let stand for 20 min.
Strain throught cheese cloth lined sieve into clean saucepan.
Stir in sugar; bring to full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 min., stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in pectin; stir for 1 min. , skimming off any foam.
Pour into hot 1/2 cup canning jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rim.
Cover with prepared lids. Screw on bands until resistance is met; increase to fingertip tight.
Boil in boiling water canner for 10 min..
Store in cool dark place for up to 1 yr..
Makes about 4 cups.,,,, that is about 7 christmas gifts to stroke off your lists!!...LOL...