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Ball Blue Book Peach Or Pear Jam Recipe

Capture summer's sweetness with this irresistible homemade peach or pear jam, adapted from the classic Ball Blue Book preserving guide! This recipe yields approximately 8-10 half-pint jars of delicious, homemade goodness, perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or enjoying straight from the jar. A simple recipe that's perfect for beginner preservers!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 761.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 2.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Ball Blue Book Peach Or Pear Jam

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How to Make Ball Blue Book Peach Or Pear Jam

  1. Combine 4 cups prepared fruit (peeled, pitted, and chopped peaches or pears), 3 cups granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup lemon juice in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Stir in 1 pouch (1 1/4 ounce) liquid pectin. Stir vigorously for 1 minute.
  4. Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil that cannot be stirred down.
  5. Boil hard for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly and vigorously to prevent scorching.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
  7. Skim off any foam that has risen to the surface.
  8. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  9. Wipe the jar rims clean and securely affix the lids and rings.
  10. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude; check your Ball Blue Book for accurate times).
  11. Remove jars from canner and let cool completely. You should hear a ‘pop’ sound as the jars seal.
  12. **Optional Spice Variation:** Add 1 teaspoon whole cloves, 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice, and 1 cinnamon stick tied in a cheesecloth spice bag to the jam during step 2. Remove the spice bag before filling the jars (step 8).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

778g

Fat

0g

Carbs

65g

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