Happy Summer Solstice!
Ingredients:
4 c. fresh pesticide-free rose petals (preferably pink)
1 3/4 lbs. fructose
3/4 c. apple juice or filtered water
1/2 tbl. lemon juice or lime juice
1 tbl. rose water
In a large sauce pan arrange several layers of rose petals and fructose. Pour the water or apple juice over them then add lemon juice. Bring the liquid to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 min., stirring occasionally. Add the rose water and continue cooking until the mixture has thickened – about 5 min. Test for when done by placing a drop on a cold surface. If it forms a globule, it is ready.
Immerse resealable glass jam jars in boiling water for 5 min. to sterilize. Transfer the jam to the jars and store in a cool, dark place.
Eat, Taste, Heal. Hawaii: Five Element Press., 2006