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Plum Jam

I use wild plums or cherry plums for this, but any plums will work.

What you need

  1. 3 1/2 - 4 lbs plums
  2. 1 1/2 cups water (or more if needed)
  3. 2 5/8 - 3 cups sugar

How to make it

  1. Cut flesh of plums from pits over a heavy saucepan
  2. Add sugar and water and heat slowly to dissolve sugar
  3. Bring to a boil and cook at a low boil until reduced and thickened, reducing the temperature as needed (about 45 minutes)
  4. Remove from heat and pour into sterilized jars filling to 1/4 inch from top
  5. Place lids on but don't tighten - they will seal as they cool
  6. Tighten lids the next day and store - discard or use immediately any that don't seal - sealed jars will keep about 1 year

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