Strawberry Jam

Peach Jam

Ingredients

4 cups peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp cinnamon, optional

Instructions

Prepare peaches by peeling, pitting, and chopping.

Combine peaches, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.

Simmer 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Mash or blend for preferred texture.

Test on a cold plate.

Cool and transfer to a sterilized jar. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks or freeze.

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Orange Marmalade

Ingredients

3 large seedless oranges

1 lemon

4 cups water

3 cups granulated sugar

Instructions

Wash oranges and lemon. Slice thinly, keeping peel. Remove seeds.

Place sliced fruit and water in a pot. Cover and let sit overnight.

Bring mixture to a boil, then simmer about 40 minutes until soft.

Add sugar and boil again 30–40 minutes until thickened.

Pour into sterilized jars and seal. Refrigerate or process for shelf storage.

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Blackberry Jam

Ingredients

4 cups fresh or frozen blackberries

2 cups granulated sugar

2 tbsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp lemon zest, optional

Instructions

Combine blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a pot.

Bring to a boil, stirring often.

Simmer 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Test for set on a cold plate.

Remove from heat, skim foam, and ladle into sterilized jars.

Process or refrigerate.

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