old fashioned peach preserves

(3 RATINGS)
145 Pinches
Duncan, OK
Updated on Nov 4, 2010

This was my Great Uncles favorite he used to eat these on his pancakes.

prep time 18 Hr
cook time 35 Min
method ---
yield 12 pints

Ingredients

  • - 2 qts. sliced, peeled, hard, ripe peaches 6 c. sugar

How To Make old fashioned peach preserves

  • Step 1
    Home > Recipes > Old Time > Old - Fashioned Peach Preserves OLD - FASHIONED PEACH PRESERVES 2 qts. sliced, peeled, hard, ripe peaches 6 c. sugar Combine fruit and sugar; let stand 12 to 18 hours in cool place. Sterilize canning jars. Bring slowly to boiling, stirring frequently. Boil gently until fruit becomes clear and syrup thick (about 40 minutes). As mixture thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking. Skim if necessary. Pour hot preserves into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims and adjust lids. Process 5 minutes in a boiling waterbath.

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