This story is a component of the feature “Seasons of Preserves: Berry Jelly,” which is part of a four-part series on preserving fruit at home called “L.A. in a Jar.” Here are the four main steps in ...

Homemade jelly puzzle: When making jelly, some fruits require the use of a commercial pectin to help the jelly to set up, others don’t. Why is that? Email your answer: Click here to submit your answer ...