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

Tonyteeto Williams
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These preserves are so good. I can't wait to try them on toast tomorrow morning.


Namra Seher
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I love the fact that this recipe uses fresh fruit. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the preserves. I'm definitely going to be making these again.


Peremote Blessing
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These preserves are amazing! I've never had anything like them before. The flavors of the cherries and peaches are perfectly balanced. I can't get enough of them.


MD Junaidul islam
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good cherry peach preserve recipe for a long time. These preserves are delicious and easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Bokang Lee
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These preserves are so versatile. I've used them on toast, pancakes, waffles, and even in yogurt. They're also great for baking. I'm sure I'll find even more ways to use them.


Beatriz Vargas
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I love the chunky texture of these preserves. They're so much more interesting than smooth preserves. The chunks of fruit give the preserves a nice bite.


Tahir Maqbool
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These preserves are a great gift idea. I made a batch for my friends and family, and they all loved them. They're the perfect way to show someone you care.


Cute Couple
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I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes for preserves. I'm so glad I found this recipe for cherry peach preserves. They're so unique and flavorful. I can't wait to try them on my next toast.


FATIMA ZAHER
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These preserves are a great way to use up ripe cherries and peaches. I had a lot of extra fruit this summer, so I decided to make a batch of these preserves. They're so delicious, and I know I'll enjoy them all winter long.


Farhadkhattak Farhad
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I love the fact that this recipe uses fresh cherries and peaches. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the preserves. I also like that the recipe doesn't require any special equipment. I was able to make the preserves in my regular kitchen p


Zubair ronaq Kashmiri
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These preserves are so easy to make. I had never made preserves before, but I followed the recipe step-by-step and they turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Marcela Heredia
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I'm not usually a fan of preserves, but these cherry peach preserves are an exception. They're so delicious and versatile. I've used them on toast, pancakes, waffles, and even in yogurt. They're also great for baking. I highly recommend them!


Tanny Akter
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I made these preserves last summer and they were a huge hit with my family and friends. The combination of cherries and peaches is so unique and flavorful. I love that the preserves have a chunky texture, which gives them a nice homemade feel.


Peter Safra
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These cherry peach preserves are amazing! The flavors of the cherries and peaches blend perfectly, and the preserves have a lovely chunky texture. I used them on toast and vanilla ice cream, and they were delicious both ways. I'll definitely be makin