Use those beautiful weeds to whip up a batch of this delicious jelly. It has a delicious honey like flavor. Make sure to only use blossoms from an area that has NOT been treated with chemicals and leave some for our pollinators .

3 1/2 c. water
4 c. lightly packed dandelion petals
2 T. lemon juice
1 package or 6 T. powdered pectin
4 1/2 c. sugar

Freezing Instructions:
Ladle hot jelly into hot jars or plastic freezer jars leaving 1/2" headspace. Allow to cool to room temperature. Add lids and bands. Store in freezer.

UPDATE: I got confirmation from the Wyoming State University Extension that Dandelion Jelly is indeed safe for canning . http://www.wyomingextension.org/agpub...

Ladle hot jelly into hot 4 or 8oz. jelly jars leaving 1/4" headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe jar rim. Center lid and apply band to fingertip tight.

Process for 10 minutes in boiling water or steam canner, adjusting for altitude as follows:
1,0013,000 ft ~ increase processing time by 5 minutes
3,0016,000 ft ~ increase processing time by 10 minutes
6,0018,000 ft ~ increase processing time by 15 minutes
8,00110,000 ft ~ increase processing time by 20 minutes

Allow jars to rest undisturbed for 12 hours. Remove bands, check seals, wash and label jars. Store in a cool dark dry place.

This tutorial is for informational purposes only. It is your responsibility to follow all instructions for your canner and water bath/steam canning. Always adhere to safe canning guidelines.

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