Peach Jam From Splenda

Directions

1. 1
   Wash jars and lids in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water.
2. 2
   Fill boiling-water canner half full with water; add jars and water to cover.
3. 3
   Bring water to a boil, reduce heat and simmer.
4. 4
   Place lids in water to cover in a small saucepan; bring water to a simmer. Simmer until ready to use.
5. 5
   Remove and drain jars and lids, one at a time, as needed for filling.
6. 6
   Combine 4 quarts of the water and lemon juice in a large bowl; set aside.
7. 7
   Fill a Dutch oven 3/4 full with water; bring to a boil.
8. 8
   Immerse peaches for 20 seconds or until skins easily peel away; remove with slotted spoon and plunge into ice water.
9. 9
   Slip skin off peaches using a paring knife.
10. 10
    Cut peaches in half; remove pits.
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    Place peach halves in the water and lemon juice solution to prevent browning.
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    Cut peaches into chunks; place in food processor.
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    Process until finely chopped and measure exactly 3 cups of fruit.
14. 14
    Combine peaches and 3/4 cup water in a large saucepan.
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    Gradually add pectin, stirring until blended.
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    Bring mixture to a full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) over medium-high heat.
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    Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
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    Remove from heat; add SPLENDA(R) Granulated Sweetener stirring until SPLENDA(R) Granulated Sweetener dissolves.
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    Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
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    Ladle hot jam immediately into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4-inch of tops.
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    Wipe jar rims and threads and cover with 2-piece lids.
22. 22
    Screw bands tightly and place jars on rack in canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.)
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    Cover; bring water to gentle boil and process 10 minutes.
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    Remove jars and place upright on towel to cool completely.
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    After jars cool, check seals by pressing center of lid with finger. (If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
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    Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
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    Once opened, store refrigerated and use within 2 weeks.
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    Serving size is 1 Tbs.