Recipe - Peachy Freezer Jam

This time of year, I am tempted to start preserving some of the bountiful fruits & veggies for the colder months (much as I don't want to think about that right now!). I will try to share a few recipes and articles related to preserving foods over the next couple of months. One of the best ways to ensure you have good healthy food year round is to preserve it yourself during the summer months. Today I will share a nice recipe for freezer jam. Freezer jams are nice because they are easy, safe, fresh, and tasty. I have lots of fresh peaches these days, so I plan to make some of this myself soon!  Try it out, and let me know what you think.

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Peachy Freezer Jam: (makes 4 pints)
 
What You Need:

3 lbs peaches

2 TB ginger

5 C sugar

2 pkgs (1 3/4 oz) powdered pectin

1 C cold water

4 (1 pint) freezer containers with lids

How to Make It:

1. Remove the pits from the peaches and peel. 
2. Chop peaches up very fine to make about 4 C. 
3. Place peaches in a large mixing bowl. Add ginger and stir together. 
4. Slowly add the sugar and mix until well combined. 
5. Place the cold water in a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Add the pectin. 
6. Bring to a boil being sure to stir continuously. 
7. When water comes to a rapid boil cook 1 minute. 
8. Remove from heat and pour into fruit. 
9. Stir until all is combined. Continue to stir 4 minutes. 
10. Pour mixture into the 1 pint freezer containers and cover with lids. 
11. Leave standing at room temperature for 1 full day (24 hours). 
12. Freeze for up to 6 months.

When ready to use remove from freezer and allow to come to room temperature about 1 to 2 hours. Once thawed, freezer jam will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

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