Concord Grape Conserve
Capture the vibrant essence of autumn with this homemade Concord Grape Conserve—a luscious spread bursting with sweet-tart Concord grapes, bright orange zest, and a hint of fresh orange juice. Enhanced by the crunch of chopped walnuts, this conserve strikes the perfect balance between rich fruitiness and nutty texture. Ideal for spreading on warm toast, layering in baked goods, or serving alongside a cheese board, this conserve is as versatile as it is flavorful. The process involves separating grape skins and pulp for a silky, seedless texture, while simmering the mixture to achieve a thick, spreadable consistency that's simply irresistible. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a cozy 45-minute cook, this recipe yields a jar of homemade goodness perfect for savoring or gifting.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Concord grapes
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Wash the Concord grapes thoroughly and remove the stems.
Separate the grape skins from the pulp by pinching each grape. Place the skins in one bowl and the pulp in another.
In a medium saucepan, combine the grape pulp and water. Cook over medium heat until the pulp softens and the seeds begin to separate, about 10 minutes.
Pass the cooked pulp through a fine-mesh sieve or food mill to remove the seeds. Discard the seeds and set the seedless pulp aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the grape skins, seedless pulp, granulated sugar, orange zest, and orange juice.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 30 minutes or until the mixture begins to thicken.
Stir in the chopped walnuts and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring the conserve has a thick, spreadable consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the conserve cool slightly.
While the conserve is still warm, transfer it to sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Seal the jars with lids and bands.
Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature before storing in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or processing them in a boiling water bath for longer shelf life.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 520.8 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
