PLUM-APPLE BUTTER

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I look forward to cooking up this fruity spread each December, using the plums I picked and froze during summer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 pounds tart apples, peeled and quartered
2 pounds plums, pitted and quartered
1 cup water
3 cups sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

Place apples, plums and water in a large kettle; cover and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Cool. , Puree in batches in a food processor or blender; return all to the kettle. Add sugar and spices. Simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. Cool completely. Pour into jars. , Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.