The prep time for making dandelion jelly can vary depending on how quickly you can harvest the dandelion blossoms and how long you let the infusion steep. Here's a breakdown: Harvesting and preparing dandelion blossoms: This can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the abundance of dandelions and how meticulous you are in removing the green parts. Steeping the dandelion infusion: Allow at least 2 hours for the infusion to steep, or overnight for a stronger flavor. However, this is mostly passive time. Straining the infusion: This step typically takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Preparing the jelly mixture: Mixing the infusion with lemon juice and powdered fruit pectin takes around 5 minutes. Cooking the jelly: The cooking process takes about 15 to 20 minutes, including bringing the mixture to a boil, adding sugar, and boiling for 1 minute. Skimming and canning the jelly: Depending on how many jars you have and your efficiency, this step can take another 15 to 20 minutes. Overall, the total prep time for dandelion jelly can range from approximately 2 to 3 hours, mostly due to the time required for the infusion to steep. However, a significant portion of this time is passive, so you can engage in other activities while waiting for the infusion to develop its flavor.