Peach-Habanero Jam

Ingredients

• 4 cups diced peaches
• 1 habanero pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the diced peaches, habanero pepper, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
5. Transfer to a container and let cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This jam is a great topping for toast, yogurt, ice cream, or even a plain old PB&J!
• Habanero peppers are one of the hottest peppers on the Scoville scale, so you may want to adjust the amount used depending on how spicy you want your jam!
• Homemade jams and jellies can last up to 3 months in the fridge or up to a year in the freezer!