Pectin, what is it?

rictic · « **on:** September 20, 2009, 20:42 »

Hello all.

Simple question, what is pectin?

Keep the faith.

Rictic.

sunshineband · « **Reply #1 on:** September 20, 2009, 20:46 »

Pectin is a polysaccaride that is found naturally in fruit and berries. It is what causes jams or jellies to set when it is heated.

Hope that helps

Yorkie · « **Reply #2 on:** September 20, 2009, 20:46 »

Errr.

I know it helps set jams but as to what it is .....

Edit: I'll go with Sunny's answer

johnfh · « **Reply #3 on:** September 20, 2009, 22:15 »

Type it into google or any search engine (and wickapedia) and you'll get loads of info.

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