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homemade plum jam

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Skip Davis
Morton, MS

Take advantage of fresh plums in season to make delicious plum jam. You can use any variety of plums or mix them up. Recipe: Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, About.com Guide Photos: Alice - Savory Sweet Life website

(1 rating)
yield 4 pints
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For homemade plum jam

  • 3 lb
    firm plums, peeled and cut into eighths, seeds discarded
  • 1/2 c
    bottled or filtered water
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh lemon juice
  • 7-1/2 c
    white sugar
  • 1 pkg
    commercial pectin -- 3 ounces

How To Make homemade plum jam

  • 1
    Place plums, water, and lemon juice in a large non-aluminum stockpot. Stirring often, bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fruit is soft. You should end up with about 4-1/2 cups.
  • 2
    Stir in sugar. Return heat to high and bring back to a rolling boil while constantly stirring. Add pectin and return to a boil while stirring. Continue to stir and boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat. Let rest for 1 minute, then skim off any foam.
  • 3
    Pour even amounts into sterilized jars, leaving 1/8-inch of space at the top. Wipe rims and seal with sterilized lids. Process in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove, let cool, and label jars. Store plum jam in a cool, dry place.
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