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Apricot Jam

A sweet and tangy apricot jam perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American, Preserve
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 2 cups fresh apricots pitted and chopped
Sweeteners
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
Acid
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Pectin
  • 1 package pectin for jam making

Method
 

Prepare the apricots
  1. Wash, pit, and chop the apricots into small pieces.
Cook the mixture
  1. In a large pot, combine the chopped apricots, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Once boiling, add the pectin and continue to boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Jar the jam
  1. Remove the pot from heat and skim off any foam.
  2. Using a ladle and canning funnel, fill sterilized jars with the hot jam, leaving about 1/4 inch headspace.
  3. Seal the jars with lids and process in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 26gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Ensure all equipment is sterilized before use to prevent spoilage.

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