Homemade Peach Jam
The following recipe, video and photography were provided by our partner, Chef Billy Parisi.
A great way to preserve peaches while they’re at their peak is to make a fresh jam!
Delicious on morning toast and English muffins or on crackers with goat cheese, this versatile summer spread can be preserved and served even during the coldest of Midwest months.
Homemade Peach Jam
Cook time: 20min Prep time: 10min Total time: 30min
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 8 fresh peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium-size pot and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes.
- Once the mixture is boiling and thick, and the peaches are soft, mash the peaches using a hand masher until they are broken into very small pieces.
- Transfer the jam to a jar and refrigerate to cool completely.
Loved it. Not overly sweet. Lovely on English muffins.