Peach Amaretto Jam

MAKES ABOUT SIX 8-OUNCE JARS   INGREDIENTS 4 cups pitted, peeled, and finely chopped peaches (about 4 pounds peaches) 4 cups granulated sugar 1⁄2 cup amaretto liqueur   INSTRUCTIONS In an 8-quart stainless steel stockpot, combine the peaches and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to […]

Nectarine Jam

Nectarines are a wonderful summer fruit and this is a family favorite. No matter how many jars the Romero kids make, there never seems to be enough of this one because it goes so fast. MAKES ABOUT NINE 8-OUNCE JARS   INGREDIENTS 5 cups peeled, pitted, and crushed nectarines (about 5 pounds nectarines) 7 tablespoons […]

Plum Jam

This recipe works with just about any variety of plum and makes a lovely sweet and tangy jam. MAKES ABOUT EIGHT 8-OUNCE JARS   INGREDIENTS 4 1/2 cups pitted, peeled, and crushed plums (about 5 pounds plums) 7 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional) 1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid pectin   INSTRUCTIONS […]

Raspberry Plum Jam

Combine the intense flavors of raspberries and plums and you have one mighty tasty jam with a beautiful color. To make a seedless jam, crush and press the raspberries through a fine mesh sieve before measuring. The plums tend to break down when cooked, so this jam has a smooth texture with fewer fruit pieces. […]