Almond Peach Jam Recipe
Almond flavor is a great combo with peach jam recipe. This is my 5 year old sons favorite. I am torn between this and spiced peach jam.
I prefer canning these in pint jars or 1/2
pint
jars. They make a tasty item in gift baskets.
You will need approximately 4 pounds of peaches, or enough to make 2
quarts when peeled.
Jam is an acid food and may be water bath
canned.
This recipe makes 5 - 1/2 pints.
It
is VERY tempting to double and make more. However it is
difficult
to make double batches of jam. If you want to make more at a
time
(I don't blame you) simply have two batches going at the same time in
different pots. Then you will get enough for 5 pints. This is
what I always do. I just can't see running a canner for five
-
half pints.
Prepare
This can
be
processed safely in
a Water
Bath Canner
Prepare
Gather
your canning supplies
- water bath canner
- canning jars
- canning seals and rings
- jar lifter
- canning funnel
- large pot or blancher
- bowls
- large spoons
- sharp knife
- towels and dish cloths
- peaches - about 4 pounds
- 5 cups sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract.
Start by preparing jars,and get water in your canner heating.
(see Water Bath Canning for full directions)
Procedure
Wash peaches and remove any bruised portions.Peel your peaches
- Do this by dipping peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute. I use my blancher and do 5 or so peaches at a time.
- Immediately remove the peaches to a sink or bowl with cold water to stop the cooking.
Slice
the peaches in half and throw away the pit. You'll
notice a 'seam' down one side of your peach.
If you slice around the
diameter of the peach following this line you will be able to pluck the
pit right out.
- Skins should slip right off in your hands. If your peach is a little green it will be harder to skin. you can just use a paring knife for the stubborn spots.
Slice peaches into large heavy pot. Add sugar, and bring to a boil while stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Don't add the almond yet. It will boil away.
Remove from the heat. When bubbling has stopped add almond extract and stir well.
Fill hot jars with hot jam leaving 1/4 inch head space.
Wipe the rims clean, place your lids on your jars and follow Water Bath Canning directions to process
Process
process for 10 minutes if you are below 6000 ft elevation.
15 minutes if you are above 6000 ft elevation.
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