Rose Petal Jam - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. firmly packed fragrant rose petals from pesticide-free blossoms (about 15 large roses), washed
1 1/3 c. water
1 (1 3/8 oz.) box pectin powder
1 tsp. rose flower water (available at gourmet food stores)
1 2/3 c. granulated sugar
red food color (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan, combine rose petals, 1 1/3 cups water, pectin and rose flower water.
Stirring constantly, bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Add sugar.
Stirring constantly, 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 with tight fitting lids.
Store in refrigerator.
Yields about 1 pint jam.