Cowboy Candy

Its been a busy time in the kitchen again...

The dehydrator has been running with green Bell Peppers and Cherry Tomatoes

The tomatoes come out like they are sun dried.. They super sweet as the flavour is really concentrated.  Great eaten for snacks...but they are also really good rehydrated in a  creamy pasta sauce

Four heads of cauliflower have been cut, washed, blanched and frozen ready for soups, stir frys and the British Family Favourite.. Cauliflower Cheese

The Cowboy Candy turned out great...even if it didnt look like a Snickers bar. I had a taste before I canned the jars... and I must admit its good..but a bit spicy for me.

But its just right for MrD. We have to leave it now for two months.. for the flavours to develop.. and maybe by then I will be ready to try it again on a hot dog or some nachos

If you ever make it...just remember to wear disposable gloves. With that amount of Jalapenos..you will need them... and remember... dont touch your eye area 

Cowboy Candy

5 lbs jalapeños
2 cups cider vinegar
4 cups white sugar
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp celery seed
4 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
Disposable Gloves.. important!

• Wash and drain jalapeños. 
• Slice the stem off of jalapeños.
• Cut into 1/8 - 1/4" slices.
• Add the rest of ingredients to a large stock pot.
• Bring to a boil.
• Then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
• Add the peppers and simmer for 4 minutes.

• Use a slotted spoon to load jalapeños into washed and sterilized jars. 
• Leave 1/4 inch head space.
• Once peppers are loaded into jars, turn heat up under the syrup again and boil hard for 6 more minutes.
• Ladle additional syrup over top of peppers in jars, leaving the head space.
• Wipe edges of jars.
• Place lids and bands on jars. Finger-tip tighten.
• Place the jars in the canner with hot water in it. 
• Bring to a full rolling boil. 
• Boil for 10 minutes for half pints, 15 minutes for pints. 
• Turn off burner and let stand in hot water for 5 more minutes. 
• Remove and leave stand on counter overnight.
• The next day check for seal. If center of lid flexes up and down, they must be stored in the refrigerator. 
• Place sealed jars in a cool, dry place.
• Try to resist the temptation to open them for at least 2 months for the flavors to develop

Love and Hugs

Phoebe x