Spiced Cherry Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Place the cherries in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. 2
   Sprinkle with pectin over the cherries followed by the star anise, nutmeg, lemon juice and vinegar.
3. 3
   Once the cherries start to release their liquid in the bottom of pan, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Lower heat and boil gently for five minutes occasionally mashing mixture.
5. 5
   Mash in sugar, add the water, and return to a boil until the mixture reaches gel point. The frozen plate method works well for testing doneness.
6. 6
   Process the jam using the hot water method for 10 minutes, or refrigerate and enjoy over the next week or so.