Cherry Jam

7 ingredients
1 steps

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs bing cherries, pitted (about 4 cups chopped)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup kirsch liqueur (optional)
  • 1 (1 3/4 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
  • 5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract

Directions

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    ["Prepare jars and lids according to the USDA guidelines for preserving foods.", "In a large stainless steel or enameled pot combine the chopped cherries, lemon juice, butter and liqueur if using.", "Heat over high heat and add powdered pectin and stir until blended.", "Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly.", "Add sugar all at once and return to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.", "Boil for 1 minute and remove from heat.", "Add the almond extract mixing well.", "Skim off any foam and let sit for 5 minutes, stirring every minute.", "Ladle into hot jars, leaving about 1/4\" headspace.""

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