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Usage
Jelly = jam?
This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to draw any firm conclusions from that thread. There seems to be varying opinion, but I could not find a post that addressed the question conclusively, so I'm making a new thread.
Does 'jelly' in the US refer specifically to what is known as 'jam' in Britain and Australia? Can it be used to describe what is called 'jelly' here as well?
I've always been aware of 'peanut butter and jelly', but it has never been completely clear to me what 'jelly' in this sense meant. I am told it means jam, but then, from the peanut-butter-and-jelly discussion, this does not seem to be the case either.
Sebastian.
Does 'jelly' in the US refer specifically to what is known as 'jam' in Britain and Australia? Can it be used to describe what is called 'jelly' here as well?
I've always been aware of 'peanut butter and jelly', but it has never been completely clear to me what 'jelly' in this sense meant. I am told it means jam, but then, from the peanut-butter-and-jelly discussion, this does not seem to be the case either.
Sebastian.
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[nq:1]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to ... known as 'jam' in Britain and Australia? [/nq] I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam".
- [nq:1]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to ...
- known as 'jam' in Britain and Australia?
- [/nq] I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam".
- The distinction here is that jelly is made with clear fruit juice, whereas jam includes pulp, seeds, peel, or sometimes actual pieces of fruit.
- I think you use "jelly" to refer to desserts made from gelatine.
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[nq:1]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to ... known as 'jam' in Britain and Australia? Can it be used to describe what is called 'jelly' here as well?[/nq]
I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam". The distinction here is that jelly is made with clear fruit juice, whereas jam includes pulp, seeds,
I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam". The distinction here is that jelly is made with clear fruit juice, whereas jam includes pulp, seeds,
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[nq:1]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to ... am told it means jam, but then, from the peanut-butter-and-jelly discussion, this does not seem to be the case either.[/nq]
Both jellies and jams are "preserves".
Jam tends to be generic, but when push comes to shove, it refers to the sweet (usually fruit) concoction containi
Both jellies and jams are "preserves".
Jam tends to be generic, but when push comes to shove, it refers to the sweet (usually fruit) concoction containi
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[nq:2]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut ... used to describe what is called 'jelly' here as well?[/nq]
[nq:1]I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam". The distinction here is that ... uncommon usage here; we call those "jello", or "Jell-O" if you're the sort who believes in respecting trademarks and such.[/nq]
Actually, US "jelly" would
[nq:1]I believe US "jelly" would be "jam" in the UK, but so would US "jam". The distinction here is that ... uncommon usage here; we call those "jello", or "Jell-O" if you're the sort who believes in respecting trademarks and such.[/nq]
Actually, US "jelly" would
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[nq:1]A jelly is usually made from broth or juice, without the (fruit) seeds, pulp, skin, etc. Thus, jelly can be ... of jelly, some fruits low in natural pectin require the addition of pectin or gelatin (a vegetable or meat protein).[/nq]
Are you an American? I vaguely recognize your usage but don't consider it common at all in the States.
To me, a jelly is always sweet, is never made fro
Are you an American? I vaguely recognize your usage but don't consider it common at all in the States.
To me, a jelly is always sweet, is never made fro
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[nq:1]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut butter and jelly, but I have not been able to ... am told it means jam, but then, from the peanut-butter-and-jelly discussion, this does not seem to be the case either.[/nq]
Not to duck your question, but the "jelly" in a PBJ can be either jelly or jam. My favorite combination happens be a third option: marmalade on peanu
Not to duck your question, but the "jelly" in a PBJ can be either jelly or jam. My favorite combination happens be a third option: marmalade on peanu
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[nq:2]A jelly is usually made from broth or juice, without ... the addition of pectin or gelatin(a vegetable or meat protein).[/nq]
[nq:1]Are you an American? I vaguely recognize your usage but don't consider it common at all in the States.[/nq]
What usage don't you recognize? Where are you living or from? I am 67 yrs of age, and pretty much a lifelong resident of Wisconsin.
You m
[nq:1]Are you an American? I vaguely recognize your usage but don't consider it common at all in the States.[/nq]
What usage don't you recognize? Where are you living or from? I am 67 yrs of age, and pretty much a lifelong resident of Wisconsin.
You m
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[nq:2]This question was prompted by a recent discussion on peanut ... discussion, this does not seem to be the case either.[/nq]
[nq:1]Not to duck your question, but the "jelly" in a PBJ can be either jelly or jam. My favorite combination ... butter. The word "jelly" is almost generic in that peanut butter and jam would be called peanut butter and jelly.[/nq]
I love marmalade with p
[nq:1]Not to duck your question, but the "jelly" in a PBJ can be either jelly or jam. My favorite combination ... butter. The word "jelly" is almost generic in that peanut butter and jam would be called peanut butter and jelly.[/nq]
I love marmalade with p
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[nq:1]What usage don't you recognize?[/nq]
Meat-based "jelly".
[nq:1]Where are you living or from? I am 67 yrs of age, and pretty much a lifelong resident of Wisconsin.[/nq]
Grew up in California.
[nq:1]You cunningly snipped my references to calve's-foot jelly, aspics, and well-done roast beef.[/nq]
I don't recognize any such thing as a jelly. Not of course that I have any need
Meat-based "jelly".
[nq:1]Where are you living or from? I am 67 yrs of age, and pretty much a lifelong resident of Wisconsin.[/nq]
Grew up in California.
[nq:1]You cunningly snipped my references to calve's-foot jelly, aspics, and well-done roast beef.[/nq]
I don't recognize any such thing as a jelly. Not of course that I have any need
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[nq:2]You cunningly snipped my references to calve's-foot jelly, aspics, and well-done roast beef.[/nq]
[nq:1]I don't recognize any such thing as a jelly.[/nq]
I should clarify a little here. Of course calf's-foot jelly is a jelly in the sense of "something with jelly in the name". So is petroleum jelly. I'd recognize calf's-foot jelly as a jelly in that sense.
But when you're talking
[nq:1]I don't recognize any such thing as a jelly.[/nq]
I should clarify a little here. Of course calf's-foot jelly is a jelly in the sense of "something with jelly in the name". So is petroleum jelly. I'd recognize calf's-foot jelly as a jelly in that sense.
But when you're talking
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[nq:1]I love marmalade with peanut butter. When we were small, we frequently combined mayonnaise (Miracle Whip salad dressing, and the ... spreads when there was no butter, mayo nor peanut butter. I don't recall ever trying to mix them with p-baba.[/nq]
My favourite sandwich: marmite, peanut butter, spiced and sliced roasted peppers in olive oil (I get these in a jar from our local deli). You
My favourite sandwich: marmite, peanut butter, spiced and sliced roasted peppers in olive oil (I get these in a jar from our local deli). You
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