PINEAPPLE CANTALOUPE MARMALADE

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The pineapple and cantaloupe compliment each other really well. Makes a beautiful marmalade that is tasty too. I choose to add a kick of spice but either way, this will be a great addition to your canning collection.

Provided by Tammy Brownlow

Categories     Jams & Jellies

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 fresh pineapple
1 slice of cantaloupe
8 bird peppers (optional for spicy jam)
3 c sugar

Steps:

  • 1. In a large stock pot sterilize jars and lids while working on marmalade.
  • 2. Peel, core, and chop pineapple.
  • 3. Place in food processor with chopped cantaloupe.
  • 4. Puree until thick with small pieces of fruit. It should make about 2 1/2 cups puree.
  • 5. Dice bird peppers if adding to marmalade.
  • 6. Add fruit, sugar, and peppers(if using) to dutch oven. Turn heat to medium high.
  • 7. Cook until mixture begins to boil. reduce heat to medium low.
  • 8. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • 9. Pour into jars that have boiled for 10 minutes.
  • 10. Place lids on jars and process in water bath for 10 minutes.
  • 11. Remove and let rest undisturbed for 24 hours. Any jars that haven't sealed properly may be stored in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

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