FOOD PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION
FOOD PRESERVATION METHODS
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Jelly
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Jam
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Conservatives
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Marmalades
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Detailed explanation-1: -Two types of modified pectin are available for home use. One gels with one-third less sugar and is sold as a light fruit pectin. It contains preservatives to help prevent microbial spoilage. The other is a low-methoxyl pectin that requires a source of calcium to form a gel.
Detailed explanation-2: -Pectin is a “gum” found naturally in fruits that causes jelly to gel. Tart apples, crab apples, sour plums, Concord grapes, quinces, gooseberries, red currants and cranberries are especially high in pectin.
Detailed explanation-3: -Fruit pectin is a starch that is naturally present in fruits and berries and when heated, it helps provide structure so that your jellies and jams will set. Figuring out what is pectin and how it works in making preserves is part of learning how to make homemade jams.