Best 17 Peach Preserves Recipes

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Peach preserves are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on toast, sandwiches, or even as a topping for ice cream or yogurt. The key to making great peach preserves is to use ripe, flavorful peaches and to cook them slowly over low heat. This allows the flavors of the peaches to develop and the preserves to thicken naturally. Peach preserves can be made with or without added sugar, and they can be flavored with a variety of spices and herbs. Some popular additions include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla. Peach preserves are a great way to preserve the flavor of summer peaches and enjoy them all year long.

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PEACH PRESERVES



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These fragrant preserves are simple to make, and may be stored. Toast and biscuits will never taste the same again!

Provided by Kevin

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 fresh peaches, pitted and chopped
4 ½ cups white sugar
1 (2 ounce) package dry pectin

Steps:

  • Crush 1 cup chopped peaches in the bottom of a large saucepan. Add remaining peaches, and set pan over medium-low heat. Bring to a low boil, and cook for about 20 minutes or until peaches become liquid (my family likes a few bits of peach left) .
  • Pour peaches into a bowl, and then measure 6 cups back into the pan. Add sugar, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Gradually stir in dry pectin, and boil for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat after 1 minute, and transfer to sterilized jars. Process in hot water bath canner for 10 minutes. Let cool, and place on shelf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

NO-SUGAR PEACH PRESERVES



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Delicious peach preserves/jam for those watching carbs or for diabetics.

Provided by JAYDA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups peeled and chopped peaches
¾ cup water
1 (1.75 ounce) package fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell®)
½ cup sucralose sugar substitute (such as Splenda®)

Steps:

  • Fill a canner pot half-full with water and bring to a simmer. Wash jars and rings in warm soapy water; rinse with warm water. Place lids in a saucepan off the heat; pour boiling water on top. Let stand until ready to use.
  • Measure 3 cups of peaches into a 6- or 8-inch saucepot. Stir in 3/4 cup water. Gradually add pectin, stirring until well blended. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in sucralose. Skim foam off the surface of the jam using a metal spoon.
  • Ladle jam immediately into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/8-inch from the tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with lids and rings; screw bands tightly. Place jars on an elevated rack in the canner. Lower the rack to cover the jars with 1 to 2 inches of water, adding more boiling water if necessary. Cover and bring water to a simmer.
  • Process the jam for 10 minutes. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely, 2 to 3 hours. Check seals by pressing the middle of lid with your finger; if lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

MANGO-PEACH PRESERVES



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This was adapted from Peach Preserves (on this site, thank you Kevin!). I changed some of the amounts and ingredients. Full of flavor, and you leave the peach skin on so it's a cinch to make! There are chunks of fruit, so if you want a smoother texture, add a couple more peaches before cooking and strain with a mesh strainer before adding sugar. As with all preserves, a little time consuming, but worth every minute...

Provided by misty

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 56

Number Of Ingredients 4

7 ripe unpeeled peaches, pitted and coarsely chopped
3 cups chopped fresh mango
2 ¾ cups white sugar
1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 the peaches in a large saucepan and crush until mostly mashed. Add the remaining peaches and mangos. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat. Cook until mostly liquid, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Pour peach-mango mixture into a bowl and measure 5 1/4 cups back into the pan. For a thicker mixture, use only 5 cups. Add sugar to the pan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Gradually stir in pectin and bring back to a boil. Boil for 1 minute; immediately remove from heat.
  • Pour preserves into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large canning pot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

CHUNKY CHERRY & PEACH PRESERVES



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Out of all the jams I make, this is my grandmother's favorite. She anxiously waits for late June to come because she knows I'll put up as many batches as I can while peaches and cherries are at their peak. -Amy Seiger, McLoud, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 7 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 7 medium)
4 cups chopped pitted fresh tart cherries (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 package (1-3/4 ounces) pectin for lower sugar recipes
3 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine peaches, cherries and lemon juice; stir in pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in extract., Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle hot mixture into seven 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., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEACH-BLUEBERRY PRESERVES



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As a child I helped my grandmother can summer fruits and vegetables. I didn't always appreciate this activity when I was young, but now I miss her terribly and wish we could have another summer afternoon in her kitchen. I think she would enjoy this recipe. -Katie Ferrier Gage, Houston, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches (about 4 large)
3 cups sugar
2 cups fresh blueberries
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine peaches, sugar, blueberries and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 45-55 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Ladle hot mixture into 4 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., Place jars into canner, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

OLD-FASHIONED PEACH PRESERVES



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Make and share this Old-Fashioned Peach Preserves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Aint Bs

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time P1DT45m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 quarts peaches
6 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Slice, peel, ripe hard peaches (about 10 large).
  • Combine fruit and sugar; let stand about 12 to 18 hours (overnight is better) in a cool place.
  • Sterilize canning jars.
  • Bring fruit and sugar mixture slowly to bowling, stirring frequently. Boil gently until fruit become CLEAR and syrup thick, about 40 minutes.
  • As mixture thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking.
  • Skim (if necessary).
  • Pour hot preserves into jars, leaving 1/4-inch head space.
  • Wipe jar rims and adjust lids.
  • Process 5 minutes in a boiling water bath.
  • Makes about 7 half-pints jars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 739.2, Fat 0.5, Carbohydrate 189.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 187.6, Protein 1.8

SOUR CREAM COFFEE CAKE WITH PEACH PRESERVES AND LEMON GLAZE



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A layer of peach preserves perks up this crumb-topped coffee cake with a lemony glaze.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of fine salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more, for the pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2/3 cup peach preserves
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • For the crumb topping: Put the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a small bowl and stir to combine. Add the butter and mix thoroughly with your fingers or a fork until all of the butter has been evenly distributed and incorporated into the flour. Form into small to medium clumps with your fingers.
  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8-inch square cake pan.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a small bowl.
  • Beat together the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour, beating until just incorporated.
  • Spoon half of the cake batter (it will be very thick) into the prepared pan and smooth with an offset spatula. Dollop the peach preserves on top and carefully smooth with the spatula. Spoon the remaining cake batter on top and smooth the top. Sprinkle on the crumb topping.
  • Bake until the cake and topping are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cool in the pan 20 minutes, then invert onto a plate; invert back onto a rack to cool completely.
  • For the glaze: When the cake is cool, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice and zest in a medium bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cake and let set.

AMARETTO-PEACH PRESERVES



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Chock-full of peaches, raisins and pecans, this lovely conserve enhances ordinary slices of toast.-Redawna Kalynchuk, Sexsmith, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 5 half-pints.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup boiling water
2 pounds peaches, peeled and chopped
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/3 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons amaretto

Steps:

  • Place raisins in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand 5 minutes. Place raisins with liquid in a large saucepan. Add peaches and orange zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes or until peaches are tender., Stir in orange and lemon juices; return to a boil. Add sugar. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Add pecans; cook 5 minutes longer. Remove from heat; stir in amaretto., Carefully ladle hot mixture into five hot sterilized half-pint jars. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 5 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

FIG PRESERVES (JELLY) STRAWBERRY,GRAPE,PEACH



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I have used strawberry, grape and peach jello and are all very good. The juice from the mashed figs is your liquid. You may have to adjust your times on cooking as I did and put my times in the directions. And I also have tried with real strawberries and made it chunky but I prefer the smooth. Give it a try and let me know how it...

Provided by margaret brown

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups mashed figs
3 cups sugar
1 large box strawberry or rasberry jello
or 2 small boxes if large isn't available

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare your jars...wash figs and cut off stems. Mash with potato masher or put in food processor is what I did.
  • 2. Put figs in cooking pot,and add 3 cups of sugar and 1 box of large jello of your choice (strawberry). Stir and cook on medium heat until boiling,constantly stirring.A foam will form but will dissipate.
  • 3. Takes about 15-20 min..will turn a deep shade of red and will coat the spoon. As quickly as you can fill your jars and screw down tightly. Immerse jars into boiling water bath making sure the jars are covered,boil for 10-15 min.
  • 4. Remove from water and let cool. Approximately 4-6 small jelly jars (8oz jars)

SLOW COOKER PORK TENDER LOIN WITH PEACH PRESERVES



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Pork Tender Loin With Peach Preserves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kamden and Alyssas

Categories     Pork

Time 4h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs boneless pork loin
1 cup peach preserves
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/3 cup wine or 1/3 cup sodium free broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 dash dried red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Plug in your crock pot.
  • Place your Tender loin inside the crock pot.
  • Add all of your ingredients.

CHUNKY PEACH PRESERVES



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Make and share this Chunky Peach Preserves recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Fruit

Time 1h25m

Yield 3 pints

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 lbs freestone peaches
ice water
5 cups sugar
2/3 cup strained fresh lemon juice (to taste)

Steps:

  • Directions:.
  • Cut an X in the rounded end of each peach. Bring a saucepan full of water to a boil over high heat. Have ready a bowl of ice water. Add peaches a few at a time to the boiling water and blanch 30 seconds, then transfer to the ice water to stop the cooking. When cool, lift out and peel. The skin should peel back easily from the X.
  • Cut peaches into wedges about 1/2 inch thick, then cut each wedge in half crosswise. Transfer to a large bowl, add sugar and lemon juice and stir well. Let stand several hours or overnight, stirring two or three times, until sugar dissolves and mixture no longer tastes grainy.
  • Transfer to a large pot, bring to a simmer over moderately high heat and simmer, skimming any white foam that collects on the surface, until peaches are tender and syrup thickens slightly, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl, cover and let rest overnight to "plump" the fruit again.
  • Drain the fruit in a sieve set over a bowl. Taste the syrup and add more lemon juice if it seems too sweet. Return the syrup to a pot and cook over moderately high heat until it reaches 220F 105C). Or test for jamlike consistency by spooning a little onto a chilled saucer, then returning the saucer to the freezer for a couple of minutes to cool the syrup quickly. It should firm to a soft jelly consistency.
  • Return the peaches and any collected juices to the pot and cook a couple of minutes more, until mixture returns to 220 F (105 C). It will seem thin.
  • Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, then spoon into clean, hot jars to within 1/2 inch from the top. Wipe rim clean with a towel dipped in hot water. Place lids and rings on jars and seal tightly.
  • Cool and refrigerate for up to 3 months. Or, for longer storage, place just-filled jars in boiling water to cover by 1 inch and boil 15 minutes for half-pint jars, 20 minutes for pint jars.
  • Transfer with tongs to a rack to cool; lids should form a seal. Sealed jars may be stored in a pantry for up to a year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1480.9, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 0.5, Carbohydrate 381.3, Fiber 7, Sugar 372.5, Protein 4.3

PEACH PRESERVES



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This is a quick preserve, a classic accompaniment to hot biscuits or perfectly browned toast, but it adds a juicy flair to vanilla ice cream. It's also an easy one and doesn't require you to fool around with the rigors of canning, although your jars should be clean, of course. The preserves should last about two weeks, refrigerated.

Provided by Matt Lee And Ted Lee

Categories     condiments, dips and spreads

Time 1h45m

Yield 3 pints

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 1/2 pounds ripe freestone peaches, pitted, sliced into wedges
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger

Steps:

  • In a food processor, chop peaches in batches to a chunky purée (about 4 1-second pulses), transfer to a 6-quart pot or dutch oven. Add sugar, lemon juice and ginger.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Turn heat to low, and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 5 minutes.
  • With a spoon, transfer the preserves to 3 pint jars. Fill jars to 1/2-inch from the rim, close the jars and let them cool. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 292, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 69 grams

PEACH RUM PRESERVES T-R-L



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Timing does not include overnight standing of fruit or cooling time. No pectin used. This recipe yields about 6 half-pint jars.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Fruit

Time 45m

Yield 6 half pt jars

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups coarsely-chopped peeled peaches (abt 4 lbs)
2 cups light brown sugar (packed)
6 tablespoons strained fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup dark rum, preferably jamaican
2 cups granulated sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine peaches with the brown sugar, lemon juice and about half of the rum, stirring to mix.
  • Cover and let stand at room temperature six hours or overnight.
  • Wash jars and lids in hot, soapy water.
  • Sterilize jars for 10 minutes in a boiling-water bath, then leave in hot water until ready to fill.
  • Prepare lids according to manufacturer's directions.
  • Pour the fruit mixture into a large saucepan or Dutch oven.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Cover the pan, reduce heat and cook the mixture until the peach chunks begin to look translucent, 15 to 20 minutes; stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • If the jam becomes too thick and threatens to scorch before the fruit is done, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water.
  • Add the granulated sugar, increase heat to medium-high and cook rapidly, stirring almost constantly, until a spoonful placed on a chilled saucer and refrigerated for a few minutes wrinkles instead of runs when the saucer is tilted.
  • (Take jam off the heat while doing this. If using a candy thermometer, this should happen at about 220 degrees.)
  • Add remaining rum and stir the jam (it will boil up when you add the rum) for 2 minutes over the heat.
  • Ladle boiling-hot jam into hot, prepared jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  • Top with lids and process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water bath.
  • Cool jars completely on a dish towel before labeling and storing.

OLD FASHIONED PEACH PRESERVES



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This was my Great Uncles favorite he used to eat these on his pancakes.

Provided by Dwight Stewart

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Time 18h35m

Number Of Ingredients 1

2 qts. sliced, peeled, hard, ripe peaches 6 c. sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Home > Recipes > Old Time > Old - Fashioned Peach Preserves OLD - FASHIONED PEACH PRESERVES 2 qts. sliced, peeled, hard, ripe peaches 6 c. sugar Combine fruit and sugar; let stand 12 to 18 hours in cool place. Sterilize canning jars. Bring slowly to boiling, stirring frequently. Boil gently until fruit becomes clear and syrup thick (about 40 minutes). As mixture thickens, stir frequently to prevent sticking. Skim if necessary. Pour hot preserves into hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe jar rims and adjust lids. Process 5 minutes in a boiling waterbath.

CHICKEN WITH PEACH PRESERVES



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Categories     Chicken     Bake

Yield makes: 6 pieces of chicken

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Sauce:
14 ounces Peach Preserves
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F. Mix together sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Place chicken in a glass pan and pour a little bit of olive oil on top. Then pour peach sauce over chicken and place in oven for 50 min.

PEACH PRESERVES RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by á-471

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 x 3L baskets ripe peaches.
12 cups sugar
12 cups water
16 x 1L Mason jars

Steps:

  • 1. Wash 16 jars and put them upside down on a cookie sheet in a 250 F for half an hour to sterilize them. 2. Put caps in a small pot of water and keep hot (not boiling) until ready to use. 3. Steam about 8 - 10 peaches (you don't want to crowd them on top of each other) at a time for 7 minutes, or until the skin slips easily from the fruit. 4. Transfer them to very cold water to stop the cooking process. Peel and slice into a bowl. 5. While you are doing this, get your syrup ready in your biggest pot and let it boil for 5 minutes, or until it is clear and the sugar is dissolved. 6. After all the peaches are sliced, transfer as many of them as will fit into the syrup pot. You will have to do several batches. Bring them to a boil. 7. Take four jars at a time out of the oven and, using a large glass measuring cup, fill them about ¾ of the way with peaches. Stick a knife down the sides of each jar to dislodge all the bubbles. Fill with syrup to ¼" from the top. 8. Wipe the tops of the jar with a clean, wet cloth. 9. Put caps and screw tops on, finger tightening only. Transfer the jars to a draft free area, spacing them about an inch or two apart and cover with a towel. Leave to cool and seal well. Do not move for a week. If any jars don't seal, empty them into a pot, bring to a boil and repeat steps 7-9.

GRANDMA'S SPICED PEACH PRESERVES



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This is so easy to make and makes your home smell divine! Not to mention it is fabulous as a jam or jelly, or warmed up and served over ice cream!

Provided by hdorius

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 peaches
7 ½ cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves
6 half pint canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add peaches. Cook until peach skin begins to split, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly. Peel, pit, and quarter peaches and transfer to a large pot. Mash peaches with a potato masher and stir in sugar, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Cook and stir on low heat until desired consistency, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack peach preserves into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 32.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm peaches for the best flavor and texture. Overripe or bruised peaches will not yield a good-quality preserve.
  • To easily peel the peaches, score an X on the bottom of each peach and immerse them in boiling water for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Remove the peaches from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. The skins should then slip off easily.
  • If you don't have time to peel the peaches, you can also use a potato peeler to remove the skins.
  • To prevent the preserves from becoming too thick, add a little bit of lemon juice or vinegar to the mixture. This will help to break down the pectin in the peaches and prevent them from gelling too much.
  • For a smoother preserve, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before canning or storing it.
  • Store the preserves in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

Conclusion:

Peach preserves are a delicious and versatile way to enjoy the taste of summer all year long. They can be used as a spread on toast or crackers, as a filling for pies and pastries, or as a topping for ice cream or yogurt. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own peach preserves at home. So next time you have a bounty of fresh peaches, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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