Ingredients for Apple Jam
- 1/2 cup water
- Tart Apples
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- Allspice
- Cinnamon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Liquid Pectin
How to Make Apple Jam
- Peel, core, and chop 6 pounds of apples.
- In a blender, combine the chopped apples with 1/2 cup of water. Puree in batches until smooth.
- Measure 5 cups of apple puree and pour into a large stainless steel or enamel pot.
- Add 5 cups of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves, and the juice of 1 lemon.
- Place the pot over high heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
- Continue to boil hard for exactly 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat. Stir in 1 pouch (1 1/4 ounces) of liquid pectin. Skim off any foam from the surface.
- Ladle the hot jam into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet. Adjust processing time for higher altitudes according to your canning guide.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
656g
Fat
0g
Carbs
56g