A variation on this crab apple jelly recipe is herb crab apple jelly – simply exchange the cloves for 50–100g/1¾–3½oz mint, sage, rosemary, thyme, basil or lavender sprigs, leaves or stems ...

Homemade crabapple pectin is an essential ingredient in jams and jellies, providing a natural thickening agent for your preserves. Crabapple jelly is a vibrant and flavorful spread that adds ...

Both mature in the autumn and their high pectin content means they are brilliant for making the most stunning pink jelly. For this recipe you will need 4–5 sterlised jam jars (about 200ml/7fl oz ...

This is the slow part — scoop all the contents of the saucepan into a jelly bag and set it over a big bowl or saucepan to drip into. Do not push the pulp through as the jelly will cloud over.