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Homemade Peach Jam

Homemade Peach Jam Recipe to Sweeten Your Summer Mornings

This Homemade Peach Jam captures the essence of summer with real fruit flavor, making it a must-try treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 5 cups ripe peaches, chopped About 5 cups provides natural sweetness.
  • 2 cups sugar Balances tartness and helps with setting.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Enhances flavor and aids preservation.
Optional Flavor Enhancers
  • fresh herbs or spices Consider adding basil or cinnamon for a twist.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • ladle
  • baking sheet
  • Clean glass jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Peach Jam
  1. Wash about 5 cups of ripe peaches under cold water. Halve, pit, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a pot, combine chopped peaches, 2 cups sugar, and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Mix and let sit for 30 minutes.
  3. Place pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
  5. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Sterilize clean jars in the oven for 10 minutes.
  6. Fill each sterilized jar with hot peach jam, leaving 1/4 inch of space at the top.
  7. Wipe rims, seal jars tightly, and allow to cool at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For long-term storage, consider water-bath canning for sealed jars. Experiment with different fruits for unique flavors.

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