Homemade Non Petroleum Jelly Aka Diy Vaseline Food

HOMEMADE NON-PETROLEUM JELLY (AKA DIY "VASELINE")

Steps:

• Combine beeswax and oil in a small saucepan.
• Melt over very low heat or in the top of a double boiler.
• Pour into a jar to cool.
• Cools in about 30 minutes.

NON PETROLEUM BABY JELLY

Steps:

• Melt beeswax in a large saucepan over the stove.
• Whisk the castor oil and vitamin E to create a jelly type consistency. I use a stick blender.
• Package into cosmetic jars.
• Keep in mind, the Vitamin E works as a preservative, but this does have a shelf life of approximately 1-1/2 - 2 years. I would discontinue to use if the product smells "off".

SPICED BEER JELLY

Steps:

• Rinse the apples in cold water. Stem and cut the apples into eighths without peeling them. Put the fruit in a preserving pan and cover them with the water. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 30 minutes on low heat. The apples will be soft. Collect the juice by pouring this preparation into a fine chinois strainer, pressing lightly on the fruit with the back of a skimmer. Then filter the juice a second time by pouring it through a cheesecloth that you have soaked and wrung out. Let the juice run freely. It is preferable to let the juice rest overnight in the refrigerator.
• Next day, measure 2 cups 1 ounce of the juice, leaving in the bottom of the bowl any residue that settled out overnight. You will have clearer jelly this way.
• Place two small saucers or plates in the freezer - you will use these to check the set.
• Pour the apple juice, beer, sugar, orange zest, lemon juice, cinnamon sticks, and ground cardamom into the preserving pan and bring it to a simmer. Skim carefully. Continue cooking on high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring gently. Skim again if necessary. Check the set. Remove the cinnamon sticks & return to a boil. Put the jelly in jars immediately and seal.