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Nectarine Jam

Fresh Nectarine Jam Made Easy - No Pectin Needed

Delicious Nectarine Jam made without pectin, featuring fresh nectarines, sugar, and lemon juice.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: General
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 3 cups fresh nectarines pitted and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice enhances flavor and acts as preservative
For a Flavor Twist
  • spices (ginger or cinnamon) for flavor enhancement
  • 3/4 cup honey substitute for sugar if desired

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • deep stock pot
  • canning jars
  • Wooden spoon
  • Candy thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nectarine Jam
  1. Chop your nectarines into 1/2 to 3/4 inch chunks, toss with lemon juice, add sugar, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a deep pot, bring to a hard boil, and cook for about 10 minutes while stirring constantly.
  3. Continue cooking until it reaches its set point of 220°F, which may take between 5 to 15 minutes; check with a spoon test.
  4. Prepare canning jars, ladle in jam while hot, leave 1/4 inch headspace, and process in a water bath for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Allow jars to cool completely for 12-24 hours, check seals, and store properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with flavors and ensure proper sterilization for optimal preservation of the jam.

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