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Autumn Jam

Autumn Jam: Cozy 3-Fruit Spread for Fall Favorites

This Pectin-Free Autumn Jam blends apples, pears, and plums, creating a sweet-tart spread that's perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 jars
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 3 cups apples peeled and chopped, firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • 3 cups pears peeled and chopped, varieties like Bosc or Anjou
  • 2 cups plums pitted and chopped, skin optional
Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest from one lemon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed from one lemon
For Cooking
  • 3 cups cold water enough to cover the fruits
  • 2 cups granulated sugar consider coconut sugar for variation

Equipment

  • large, wide pot
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Spoon
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and chop apples and pears, pit and chop plums. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, combine fruits, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cold water.
Cooking
  1. Heat to medium, bring to a gentle boil, and simmer uncovered for about 1.5 hours.
  2. Gradually add sugar, stirring continuously until dissolved for about 5 minutes.
  3. Bring to a rapid boil for 5 minutes until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Skim off foam to achieve clarity in the jam.
  5. Pour hot jam into sterilized jars and seal them tightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 45gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Label jars with contents and date for easy identification later. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.

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