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- 1. This type or name of jar has been synonymous with the western canning world: Ball ___ Jar (ever since 1858!)
- 5. Pre-prunes - This fruit is known to be used in delicious jellies and spreads
- 6. West Michigan is known for this fall fruit; this is also a huge flavor of fruit butters
- 9. You wouldn't suspect it, but this blue fruit makes some of the best jam
- 11. A classic jelly flavor that is used for PB & J- Welch's loves this fruit
- 12. This bee-buzzing delight can be found paired with many jellies and jams
- 13. You want a bite? Since these are all runny, you'll need to use this utensil
- 16. You might need this to open all these jars! (2 words)
- 18. This seedy fruit is known for having wonderful flavor in a small bite- works great in jam
- 20. This substitute for gelatin is what is needed to make all fruit spreads can-able; it can be found naturally in the fruits or you can buy it commercially
- 21. This type of spread is made with mashed fruit
- 22. Michigan hosts a festival for this every year in Traverse City
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- 2. Rated as the top fruit flavor of jelly, this fruit is known to also be delicious on shortcake!
- 3. This mighty strong chili pepper has gained popularity recently to be used in jelly (and also making poppers with them!)
- 4. What is it called when you fill jars with something and then seal them tight for later eating?
- 5. Definitely not a sweet preservation treat, but these briny buddies derive from cucumbers!
- 7. This tart fruit can be found in Bogs and the Thanksgiving table, they make for sweet spreads
- 8. The all-star of marmalades, this citrus is sweet!
- 10. This lip-puckering fruit is the king of curds!
- 14. This type of 'spread' is made whole or large pieces of fruit (plural)
- 15. This type of spread is made with strained fruit juice (it also loves Peanut Butter!)
- 16. Associated with India, this type of spread is known for being full of spice and flavor, the most popular flavor is Mango
- 17. You might know this to come from a cow, but it can also be made with a variety of fruits that have been pureed and simmered
- 19. '____ and spice'- this counterpart is used to make all sweet spreads
