"Sarah Carter" > wrote in message
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Plug > wrote in message
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> I've always use a little less liquid than specified as I find veggie jelly
> never sets as firmly as gelatine. I also make a point of leaving it in
the
> fridge until just before serving. Since I find the thought of marrow from
> animal bones quite repulsive, this small difference has never bothered me!
> You can buy veggie jelly sachets in Holland and Barrett; sadly mine only
now
> does strawberry but I know other flavours are produced. Perhaps
experiment
> with veggie jelly without the wine before you take the plunge...

>>I've never tried to make it myself but my mum uses "vegeren" to make jelly
out of fruit juice. It seems to set properly and has instructions on the
packet.
>>

I'm in Canada and I've never seen this brand. The stuff I have is just plain
agar-agar, no brand name or anything. Bought in the bulk section of a health
food store. That's the only thing I've really seen around here. Maybe I'll
have to take a bit of a look around in other stores. I experimented with a
little of it last night and it set WAY harder and faster than gelatine. It
was thick and even a little bit grainy after soaking and cooking. Anyone
know if that's normal?

thanks,
Jay
"Unlike you, I have no problem spanking men." -Angel