No Sugar Peach Preserves

Ingredients

• 4 cups of fresh, ripe peaches (skinned, pitted, and diced)
• 1/2 cup of apple juice
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the peaches, apple juice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Increase the heat to medium and continue to simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened and is reduced to about 3 cups.
5. Remove the preserves from the heat and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Peach preserves are a delicious and versatile topping for toast, cakes, ice cream, and more.
• This recipe does not require added sugar, as the natural sweetness of the peaches is enough to make a delicious spread.
• Preserves can be kept in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for up to six months.