SERVES 600ml
PREPARATION NONE
COOKING 12-15 mins (plus resting and cooling times)
500g (1lb) redcurrants
500g (1lb) granulated sugar
1. Put the fruit, sugar and 4tbsp of water into a large saucepan. Crush the fruit slightly, then bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
2. Boil rapidly for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Skim off any scum on the surface.
3. Strain the mixture through a very fine or muslin-lined sieve into a jug. Don't press the fruit while it drains. Pour into clean jars and seal when cool.
TIP
Forget the tedious task of stripping the redcurrants from their stems, they can all go into the saucepan. And a clean J-cloth makes an easy substitute for muslin if you need to line your sieve.