Nectarine-Lime Jam

By á-47

Yield: 3 pints

Ingredients

• 5 cups pitted and chopped nectarines (about 3 pounds)
• 3 cups sugar
• zest and juice from 2 limes
• 1 (30 oz) packet liquid pectin

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the peaches and sugar in a large pot. Bring to a boil and let jam boil for 15-20 minutes over high heat, until the fruit softens and can be mashed with the back of wooden spoon.

If you prefer a smoother-textured jam, use an immersion blender (taking care not to burn yourself with hot jam) to break down some of the chunks. If you prefer a chunkier jam, just leave it as is. Add the lime zest and juice and stir well. Add the pectin and bring to a rolling boil for a full 5 minutes, until it looks molten and syrupy

Remove the pot from the heat and ladle the jam into the prepared jars. Wipe the rims, apply the lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.