Damsons make superb jam, one of the best. It is an old-fashioned fruit, which
isn’t so often used commercially for preserving. The bold and traditional
character of this fruit makes it ideal as a single-fruit jam.
Makes about 2½ cups
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound damsons, halved and stoned
- 2 cups warmed sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place the damsons in a pan with ½ cup water and bring to a simmer, then cook gently for 10 minutes until the damsons are soft but still intact.
- Add the warmed sugar to the fruit and stir over a low heat until all the sugar has dissolved, then turn up the heat and boil rapidly to reach setting point. Skim if necessary.
- Pour the jam into hot, sterilized jars and seal.
