I have a lot of 'ornamental' quinces thus year. Can I cook them without peeling them first?

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I have a lot of 'ornamental' quinces thus year.  Can I cook them without peeling them first?

Sandie · Answer

Thank you again.  Really interesting site and lots of emails to read through; very encouraging.

Nancy · Answer

Sandie - thinking about your question, I found a more positive opinion about using the fruit of the ornamental quince tree.
https://www.cottagesmallholder.com/ornamental-quince-chaenomeles-or-japonica-quince-recipes-826/
Good luck if you go ahead and make jam, paste, etc.

Sandie · Answer

Thank you.  I  will let you know if I decide to try it.

Nancy · Answer

I hear their fruit is edible but less tasty than regular quinces.
Might not be worth the effort and cost of other ingredients.
Maybe cook (separately) one ornamental quince each with and without skin.
Taste and decide if cooking with it at all, and, if yes, which way.

I have a lot of 'ornamental' quinces thus year. Can I cook them without peeling them first?

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