Sunshine

Sunshine in a Jar. Success. Peach Jam. Peach Lemon Confit.



Making this preserve was exhilarating, the sort of spread that inspires
cartwheels, suiting my taste it is very soft. If you prefer a firmer spread
cook a little hotter to reach gel stage of 220 F. Great on bread or a spoon.

Peach Lemon Jam

2 lbs. (4 cups) peaches, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup evaporated cane juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 Tablespoon lemon rind, cut in short strips

Combine all the ingredients in a heavy non reactive pot. Bring to a simmer
over a gentle flame to dissolve sugar. Simmer very gently for about 25 minutes,
stirring occasionally, increase the heat someone at this point to begin to thicken
mixture. I cook to about 110 and about an hour total which results in a very soft
spread.

Ladle into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace; wipe rims and apply
lids. Process in hot water bath 5 minutes. Remove to a clean kitchen towel and
do not disturb for 12 hours. Remove rings, wipe jars and test seal.

3 half pint jars plus a bit.