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Winter jam

Winter jam will sweeten and brighten cold winter days. Try the recipe; it is easy to prepare.

Ingredients

2 apple (medium, chopped but not peeled nor cored)
1⁄2 c water
3 1⁄2 c sugar
2 T lemon juice (natural or bottled)
12 oz cranberry (usually one bag, fresh or frozen)
1 cn pineapple (crushed pineapple, with juice, 8 oz can)

Instructions

  1. Combine the cranberries, apples and water in an 8 qt saucepan. Cook about 5 minutes over a high heat, should thicken slightly. Be sure to stir the mix constantly.
  2. Remove the pan from the heat and process the mix though a food mill or sieve to remove all the peels, skins and seeds. Place the remaining liquid back into the pan and add the remaining ingredients; bringing it back to a boil over a high heat.
  3. Continue to stir constantly. In about 4-6 minutes the liquid should be clear and thick. And ready to place in jars.
Total time
40 minutes
Cooking time
20
Preparation time
20
Yield
4 servings

Notes

Homemade jams, jellies and preserves are excellent presents. Take advantage of this recipe for winter jam.

Source

North American cuisine

easy, simmer
preserves, fruits
American food recipes
Food in U.S.A.