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Wild Plum Jam

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Time: 45 minutes

Yield: 3 jars

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About

Wild plums have a depth of flavor and sweet-tartness that you can’t find from commercially grown plums. Wild Plum Jam brings those bold fruity flavors to your next breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea! With just a hint of citrus and boiled into delightful sweetness, Wild Plum Jam is summertime in a jar! Make sure you have plenty of toast or crackers because you won’t want to miss a morsel!

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Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 pounds wild plums
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 1/2 pounds sugar

Directions

Step 1 -Pit the plums and place them into a large pot on the stove-top over medium heat.

Step 2 -Add in the lemon juice.

Step 3 -Cook the plums until they begin to release their natural juices, about 10 minutes.

Step 4 -As the juices release, add in the sugar and stir.

Step 5 -Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring often for 10 minutes.

Step 6 -When the jam has thickened, remove it from the heat.

Step 7 -Pour the jam into mason jars or other desired airtight jars.

Step 8 -Seal the jars

Step 9 -Boil a large pot of water.

Step 10 -Place the sealed jars in the boiling water to let the jam sterilize and prevent harmful bacteria from growing, at least 10 minutes, adding 5 minutes for every 3,000 feet of elevation you are above sea level.

Step 11 -Transfer the jars from the water and allow them to cool to room temperature.

Step 12 -Refrigerate until cool. .

Step 13 -Serve chilled.

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