Pineapple Jalapeno Habanero Spread Recipes

PINEAPPLE HABANERO JELLY

Steps:

• In Blender or Food Processor combine Habaneros, Bell Pepper, Pineapple and Vinegar, chop fine.
• Bring to a boil on Medium/High heat, boil for 10 minutes, stirring constanly.
• Add Fruit Pectin, stir until dissolved.
• Add Sugar, stir until dissolved.
• Return to a boil and hard boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, mixture will thicken as it boils.
• Remove from Heat and Skim Foam.
• Ladle into sterilized 4oz Jars leaving 1/8"Headspace.
• Seal and process in boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
• I typically yield 12-14 of the 4 oz jars. May take 1 to 2 days for the jelly to set.

PINEAPPLE JALAPENO HABANERO SPREAD

Steps:

• 1. Sterilize and prepare pint canning jars and lids as directed.
• 2. Cut stems off of Jalapeno's. (Be sure to wear plastic gloves.) Cut the Jalapeno's in thirds or quarters. Put cut up Jalapeno's in food processor.
• 3. Cut stems off of Habanero peppers and remove seeds. (Be sure to wear plastic gloves. Habanero peppers can burn your skin) Add to food processor. Chop into small pieces.
• 4. In a heavy 6 quart pan add 6 cups sugar and 1 cup apple cider vinegar, and the 20 oz can of crushed pineapple in juice to pan. Stir over med heat until sugar is dissolved.
• 5. Once sugar is dissolved add Pepper mixture. Bring to a rolling boil that you can not stir down for 10 minutes
• 6. Turn off heat and let cool for ten minutes.
• 7. Add 6oz or two pouches of the liquid pectin. Bring back up to a rolling boil for 5 minutes. Turn off heat.
• 8. Ladle into jars. I use the hot water bath process. Some people just put the lids turn the jars upside down and the lids seal either way.
• 9. t takes about 24 hours for the spread to finish thickening. Not quite as thick as your standard jelly.
• 10. Be creative, this has so many versatile uses.

HABANERO PINEAPPLE JAM

Steps:

• Drain pineapple well, reserving 1/2 cup pineapple juice.
• Inspect 8 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water. Place jars and lids on a rack in a large pot of boiling water; sterilize for about 5 minutes. Remove jars from water and place on kitchen towel or wooden board.
• Mix sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt together in an 8-quart pot and cook over medium heat to dissolve the sugar. Bring to a boil and add the pineapple, reserved pineapple juice, minced bell pepper, habanero peppers, and carrots. Bring back to a rapid boil for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add powdered pectin, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing well after each addition. Let jam boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and ladle into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch at the top. Wipe off any spillage around the rims of the jars using a damp paper towel.
• Screw on tops and rings. Place the sealed jars back in boiling water for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove jars from boiling water and place on kitchen towel or wooden board. Allow to cool completely, 12 to 24 hours. Listen for a "pop" as jars cool and seal.

CREAM CHEESE & PINEAPPLE HABANERO DIP

Steps:

• 1. Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature. Pour the sauce over cream cheese and serve with crackers.
• 2. You can also spread the cream cheese on a platter and top with the sauce. I like the Costco brand sauce, but any sweet & spicy sauce/jelly will work for this appetizer.