Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
2
Peel and pit peaches. Finely chop or grind fruit. Measure exactly 4 cups prepared fruit into large bowl. Stir in lemon juice.
3
Place sugar in large saucepan. Add pectin; mix well. Stir in water. Bring to boil on medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 min. Remove from heat. Immediately add peach mixture; stir 1 min. or until well blended.
4
Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jam is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
How to Measure Precisely
To get exact level cup measures of sugar, spoon sugar into dry metal or plastic measuring cup, then level by scraping excess sugar from top of cup with a straight-edged knife.
Tip 2
User Defined
Every once in a while, you may find that your jam does not set the way you expected. If your efforts resulted in a runny batch, try our Remake Directions to improve your finished jam. If your jam still doesn't set, you can always use it as a glaze or syrup.
Tip 3
Nutrition Bonus
Enjoy this homemade jam on a slice of whole grain toast. As a bonus, the jam is fat free!
Nutrition
Calories
25
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 5mg
0%
Total Carbohydrates 7g
3%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 6g
12%
Protein 0g
0%
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
0%
Iron
0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
Makes about 6 (1-cup) containers or 96 servings
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.