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Southern Peach Jam

Mouthwatering Southern Peach Jam: Homemade Heaven Awaits

This Southern Peach Jam captures the essence of summer with ripe peaches, making a delightful treat for toast or desserts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 half-pint jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4-6 peaches Fresh Peaches Aim for ripe, fragrant peaches
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust according to the sweetness of peaches
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pot
  • Potato masher
  • Candy thermometer
  • boiling water bath
  • Half-pint jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Southern Peach Jam
  1. Start by sterilizing half-pint jars and lids.
  2. Blanch 4-6 ripe peaches in boiling water for 30–60 seconds.
  3. Place chopped peaches into a heavy-bottomed pot and mash them lightly.
  4. Stir in granulated sugar to the peach mixture until fully combined.
  5. Continue boiling the jam for 20–30 minutes until it reaches the right consistency.
  6. Ladle the hot jam into prepared sterilized jars, leaving about ½ inch headspace.
  7. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 5–10 minutes to ensure a proper seal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Store opened jars in the fridge for up to 3 weeks and freeze for long-term storage.

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