PLUM JAM

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If you are lucky enough to have a plum tree this plum jam is great for holiday gifts. Although these seem time-consuming it is mostly standing time and very little actual working time. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (December 1982)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Plums

Time P3DT1h

Yield 8 1/2 pint jars

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 lbs Italian plums (any small plum, including wild plums)
5 3/4 cups sugar
1 lemon, juice and grated peel

Steps:

  • Make a slit in sides of washed plums with a sharp knfe. Remove and discard pits, leaving plums whole.
  • Arrange plums in bottom of heavy non-aluminum saucepan. Add sugar, lemon juice and peel. Set aside in a cool area overnight.
  • Next morning bring plum mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and stir. Set aside in cool area 1 day.
  • Nex morning bring plum mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, skimming frequently.
  • Remove fruit from saucepan using a slotted spoon. Reserve.
  • Boil liquid until syrup reaches the thread stage (or 230-degrees F on a candy thermometer).
  • Add fruit to syrup and return to a boil. Cool completely.
  • Pour into sterilized jars and seal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 0.4, Carbohydrate 167.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 161.7, Protein 2

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