Plum Jam Recipe - A

Ingredients

• 3 lbs firm plums, cut into eighths, seeds discarded
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon butter (to keep foam down)
• 7 1/2 cups sugar

• 1 (3 ounce) package commercial pectin

Directions

1. 1

   Place plums, water, lemon juice, and butter in a large non-aluminum stockpot.

2. 2

   Stirring often, bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fruit is soft.

4. 4

   You should end up with about 4-1/2 cups.

5. 5

   Stir in sugar. Return heat to high and bring back to a rolling boil while constantly stirring.

6. 6

   Add pectin and return to a boil while stirring.

7. 7

   Continue to stir and boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

8. 8

   Let rest for 1 minute, then skim off any foam.

9. 9

   Pour even amounts into sterilized jars, leaving 1/8-inch of space at the top.

10. 10

    Wipe rims and seal with sterilized lids.

11. 11

    Process in boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove, let cool, and label jars.

12. 12

    Store plum jam in a cool, dry place.

13. 13

    FOR SUGAR FREE VERSION: follow directions on No Sugar Added Pectin box.