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by Lovehearts on December 4th, 2007

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Why do Americans call what I would describe as 'jelly', 'jello'? Is there a specific reason?

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  • by Meow Meow 1BadMutha TBMF on December 4th, 2007

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    Yes. Jelly is something that we put on toast. Jello is a gelatin dessert.

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    • Is jelly what I would call 'jam' then? (thanks for the answer by the way) :)

      Lovehearts

      by Lovehearts on December 5th, 2007

    • You're welcome. Yes, exactly. Jelly and jam are the product of boiling fruit and sugar. Also called preserves, I think.

      Meow Meow 1BadMutha TBMF

      by Meow Meow 1BadMutha TBMF on December 5th, 2007

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