
Cover and refrigerate until needed, up to 1 month. Whisk in the boiling water and transfer the syrup to a jar. I like to lay my out on a cookie sheet then put them in the freezer for a couple hours, then transfer them to a freezer bag. You can save the peaches to use as jam (and you should!). Freezing peaches could not be any easier, well other than the juice running down you arms while you peel and cut them. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium bowl to remove the solids. Cover and repeat the process until all the sugar has dissolved. Remove the bowl from the microwave and carefully remove the plastic so as not to burn yourself on the hot steam. Pour the lemon juice and sugar on top (do not stir) and cover very tightly with plastic wrap, wrapping it all the way around the bowl to seal in the steam while cooking. Place the peaches in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Measure exactly 3 cups of diced peaches into a large bowl (You can eat any extra diced peaches leftover after measuring 3 cups.) Add one cup of sugar to the bowl and stir well. Make this simple syrup in the microwave, instead of on the stovetop, for more of a fresh peach flavor. Finely chop or pulse fruit in a food processor until diced. RoseĤ medium peaches, pitted and cut into wedges Source: The Peach Truck Cookbook by Jessica N. Perfect for enjoying the sweet taste of summer all year long 3 pounds peaches, peeled. If you’re making this ahead, transfer to a container and refrigerate for up to 1 month. Clear, simple instructions make canning your own peach jam a breeze. Let cool, then transfer to an airtight container. It should be pretty thick by the time it’s done. If you've enjoyed this post, please pass it along.Reduce the heat to a low simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 40 minutes. I hope you get a chance to enjoy some peaches this year, and maybe put some away to enjoy this winter, too. Cover and store in freezer immediately or keep in refrigerator for up to one week. If jelling does not occur, add one teaspoon of calcium water at a time until jelling occurs.
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Bring to a full boil while continuing to stir.

When you make peach jam, you literally capture some of the sunshine that ripened the delicious fruit.

You could use other low/no sugar pectins as well. Bring the peaches to a boil and then lower the heat to medium-low. Fresh peaches are one of the summer’s most generous gifts. Last year I bought a case of the pectin and split it with friends. One box of Pomona's will make several batches of jam/jelly, and it has a shelf life of several years unopened. The calcium water is made from calcium powder that is included in the boxes of Pomona's Universal Pectin. Note: These peach jam recipes use calcium water. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Bring to a full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly. Add lemon juice and fruit pectin and stir until well blended. It tastes good when it's fresh, but tastes phenomenal once it's had a chance to age. Measure 4 cups of fruit into 6-8 quart sauce pot.

This one is the boys' favorite – probably because it's a bit sweeter. If you look closely, you can see the flecks of vanilla bean. I adapted the peach vanilla jam recipe from Grow It, Cook It, Can It. Low Sugar Peach Jam Recipes With a Twist.
