Where did jelly originate or come from?

Answer 1

all types of berries being squashed

Answer 2

Back in the middle ages when bones, skin and animal products were boiled to make soap, tanning for leather and cleaning for making tools or weapons, they discovered once the liquids from the boiled matter was allowed to cool it solidifed, this was a accidental discovery, they used this jellied matter to preserve cooked meats, and vegetables. Since the 15-16 th century some cultures have added fruits, vegetables, if you want to experience something that resembles the original way, try Seimantal, an Italian Jelly beef in a tin, they are small and inexpensive, but it is more to what was from the time it was originally discovered.

Jello brand is cow or pig gelatin base, does your area have kosher or Asia markets, there is one available from seaweed called agar-agar or carregan, this is not animal base, it is used in ice cream and other things like dairy products as a thickener

Answer 3

Jelly has been eaten since Ancient Egyptian times.It is known that jams, jellies and preserves have a rich history and long have been recognized worldwide for their fragrance and rich fruit taste.

The making of jam and jelly probably began centuries ago in the Middle Eastern countries, where cane sugar grew naturally. It is believed that returning Crusaders first introduced jam and jelly to Europe; by the late Middle Ages, jams, jellies and fruit conserves were popular there. In fact, the word “jelly” comes from the French word “gelée” which means to congeal. The use of cane sugar to make jam and jelly can be traced back to the 16th century when the Spanish came to the West Indies where they preserved fruit.

Answer 4

My response would be when most grocery items were homemade with the abundance/or lack of, the farmers had.

Berries were grown wild, therefore free for the picking.

A frugal homemaker probably boiled some up for the
children. At that time a paraffin wax was poured over the top
of the jar so no bacteria would enter the jar. The jelly or jam
would last for a long time, generally thru the winter.

Answer 5

thats a good question. like did you ever wonder how "apple pie" was ever thought of? or cheesecake? I mean who knew to put a whole bunch of things together and made it taste really good? I bet everything was made all by accident.

Answer 6

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jelly

Answer 7

don't know but jam or preserves is better. It stays where you put it.