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Jelly, jam, preserves, fruit butters and conserves, what is the difference?

Posted by andrewm on Apr 8th 2016

While we all love grandma's canned jam, fruit preserves, or apple butter, did anyone know if it was technically a jam or a jelly?  I personally have always wondered what is the difference, and the same goes for all of Cherry Republic’s jellies, jams, preserves, fruit butters… and now our new conserve. Jelly is made from a combination of sugar, pectin, acid (citric acid), and fruit juice, cooked together to become a clear fruit spread. The fruit juice is the key to the clear appearance.  Whi ...

Cherry Chutney Cheese Spread Recipe

Posted by bob on Oct 25th 2013

Cherry Chutney Cheese Spread - Kaye K. Cherry Republic Fall Recipe Contest - Honorable Mention Ingredients: 1/3 C. Cherry Republic Cherry Chutney 1Tbs. Cherry Republic Cherry Preserves 1 minced medium jalapeno pepper, plus seeds for desired heat 1 8oz. pkg. softened cream cheese 3/4 C. chopped Cherry Republic Sweet & Spicy Cherry Nut Mix 2Tbs. chopped Cherry Republic Dried Cherries Directions: Heat 1/3 C. cherry chutney, 1Tbs. cherry preserves and 1 minced jalapeno pepp ...