AMARETTO PEACH PRESERVES

Amaretto Peach Preserves image

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c golden raisins
3/4 c water, boiling
2 lb peaches, peeled and chopped
4 tsp grated orange peel
1/3 c orange juice, fresh
2 Tbsp lemon juice
3 c sugar
1/2 c chopped pecans
3 Tbsp amaretto

Steps:

1. place raisins in a small bowl. cover with boiling water, let stand for 5 minutes. place raisins with liquid in a large saucepan.
2. add peaches and orange peel. bring to a boil. reduce heat. cover and simmer for 10-15 minute or until peaches are tender.
3. stir in orange and lemon juices, return to a boil. add sugar. cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
4. add pecan, cook 5 minutes longer. remove from the heat, stir in amaretto.
5. carefully ladle hot mixture into hot sterilized half pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. remove air bubbles, wipe rims and adjust lids. process in a boiling water canner for 5 minutes.