Tomato Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Scald, peel and chop tomatoes.
2. 2
   Place in a saucepan.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat.
5. 5
   Simmer for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Measure 3 cups of tomatoes.
7. 7
   Place in a large saucepan.
8. 8
   Add lemon rind, lemon juice and sugar.
9. 9
   Mix well.
10. 10
    Place over high heat.
11. 11
    Bring to a full, rolling boil.
12. 12
    Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
13. 13
    Add pectin immediately.
14. 14
    Skim off foam with metal spoon.
15. 15
    Stir for 5 minutes to cool.
16. 16
    Pour into sterilized jars.
17. 17
    Cover at once with 1/8-inch melted paraffin.
18. 18
    Yields 4 pints.