Plum Jam

Name: Plum Jam
Ingredients: 2-1/2 pounds plums, pitted and halved; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) water; 4 cups (950 ml) granulated sugar; sterilized canning jars and sealing lids

4 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

2-1/2 pounds plums, pitted and halved
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) water
4 cups (950 ml) granulated sugar
sterilized canning jars and sealing lids

Directions

1

Put the plums and water in a large, noncorosive saucepan.
2

Bring to boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the plums are soft.
3

Add the sugar, stirring until it is dissolved.
4

Return to a boil for 25-30 minutes, or until jelling point* is reached.
5

Remove from heat and leave the jam to settle for a few minutes.
6

Ladle the jam into the hot, sterilized jars, then seal.