Aunt Patsi's Easy Peach Jam Recipe

Learn how to make Aunt Patsi's easy peach jam that bursts with the flavors of sweet peaches. This homemade jam recipe requires only a few ingredients and a simple process. Enjoy it on toast, pancakes, or use it as a filling for cakes and pastries. It's the perfect way to preserve the taste of summer peaches all year round!

Ingredients

• 5 cups peeled, pitted, and mashed peaches
• 4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 package powdered pectin
• 1/2 teaspoon butter

Directions

1. Prepare the canning jars and lids by sterilizing them in boiling water for 10 minutes. Set them aside.
2. In a large pot, combine the mashed peaches, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well.
3. Let the mixture sit for 2 hours to allow the sugar to dissolve and the flavors to blend.
4. Place the pot on the stove and bring the peach mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
5. Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, add the powdered pectin and butter. Stir well and continue boiling for 1 minute.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and skim off any foam that has formed on top.
7. Carefully ladle the hot peach jam into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.
8. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean, damp cloth to remove any spills or drips.
9. Place the lids on the jars and screw on the bands until they are fingertip-tight.
10. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper sealing.
11. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool on a towel-lined countertop for 24 hours.
12. Check the seals on the jars by pressing down on the center of the lids. If the lids do not move or make a popping sound, the jars are properly sealed.
13. Store the sealed jars of peach jam in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

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