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Old 17-09-2003, 10:13 AM
Nick Maclaren
 
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Default Japanese quince


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"Barry & Iris McCanna" writes:
| Can anyone tell me if it is possible to make quince jelly from the
| fruits of the Japanese quince. I never have but one of the shrubs is
| absolutely laden this year. A friend and I were discussing the
| possibility yesterday, but neither of us is sure! Not wishing to
| poison anyone ................................:-)

Yes, and it is very good. It is not as aromatic as the true quince,
but has a lot more acid and sets a lot better.

You can also make quince jam and quince cheese (similar to the
original marmalade).


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.