Rose Petal Jam - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 2/3 c. granulated sugar
1 1/3 c. water
2 c. firmly packed fragrant rose petals from pesticide-free blossoms (about 15 large roses), washed
1 tsp. rose flower water (available at gourmet food stores)
1 (1 3/4 oz.) box pectin
red food coloring

Preparation

In a large stockpot, combine sugar and water over medium-high heat; stir constantly until sugar dissolves.
Stir petals and rose flower water into syrup.
Bring to a rolling boil.
Add pectin; stir until dissolved.
Bring to a rolling boil again and boil 1 minute longer.
Remove from heat; skim off foam.
If desired, tint with food coloring.
Pour into jars.
Cool and store in refrigerator.