After my October post, I did manage to make a single jar of medlar jelly from the tree I discovered in the medieval Priory garden. The fruit bletted unevenly so my haul was even more diminished by the time of cooking. It had a vague, difficult-to-pin-down taste. Pleasant, maybe slightly floral, certainly subtle. I tried it as an adjunct to cheese, simple Cheddar as that seemed to chime with the medieval vibe, a bit like quince but without the heavy scent. Next year, I will try for a bigger haul of fruits.
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