Peach Preserves

Directions

1. 1
   Use equal weight of fruit and sugar, before it's been peeled.
2. 2
   Wash, peel and stone peaches. Cut into thin slices.
3. 3
   Put into a casserole or Dutch oven with the sugar and a little salt, add lemon juice if desired, or do it while it cooks, or not at all.
4. 4
   Sit all night with a cover.
5. 5
   Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for an hour or more until the fruit is clear and the juice is syrupy.
6. 6
   Pack into sterilized jars and process 7 minutes.