Bourbon Peach Jam
Bourbon has been popular at our house since we visited Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail a few years ago. This jam reminds me of that fun trip with every bite.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups finely chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 6 medium)
- 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons bourbon or 3 teaspoons vanilla or bourbon extract
Details
Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget
Preparation
Step 1
In a large saucepan, combine peaches, sugars and lemon juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until mixture is thick and a thermometer reads 220°, about 60 minutes. Remove from heat; skim off foam. Stir in bourbon.
Step 2
Ladle hot mixture into 3 hot half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
Step 3
Place jars in canner, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
This is a loose jam, thicker than a syrup but thinner than the average spread. It's delicious with cream cheese as an appetizer or poured over ice cream.
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