Fresh peaches in summer, is there anything better? Enjoy peaches all year long with this easy peach preserves recipe!
Capture Summer with Peach Preserves
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Gather your ingredients: 4 cups ripe peaches, lemon juice, fruit fresh, cinnamon, powdered pectin, sugar, and optional butter.
Ingredients You’ll Need
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Wash jars in hot soap water. Place them in a water bath canner, fully submerged, and simmer over medium heat.
Preparing the Jars
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In a large pot, combine peaches, lemon juice, fruit fresh, and cinnamon. Stir well over medium-high heat.
Cooking the Peaches
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Stir in pectin and bring to a full rolling boil. Add sugar, mix well, and return to a full rolling boil. Optionally, add butter to reduce foam.
Adding Pectin and Sugar
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Boil the mixture for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and ladle hot preserves into jars, leaving ½ inch headspace.
Boiling and Filling Jars
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Wipe rims clean, place lids, and tighten rings. Process jars in a water bath canner for 10 minutes, then let them rest for 5 minutes.
Sealing the Jars
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Cool jars for 12-24 hours. Check seals and store properly sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 18 months.
Cooling and Storing
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These peach preserves are perfect for toast, biscuits, or desserts. Enjoy the taste of summer all year long!
Enjoy Your Preserves!
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