NECTARINE PRESERVES WITH BASIL
Categories Condiment/Spread Fruit Condiment Nectarine Basil Summer Edible Gift Gourmet
Yield Makes 7 or 8 (1/2-pint) jars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sterilize jars and lids .
- Bring sugar, lemon juice, water, and 1 cup basil to a boil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Simmer over moderately low heat until thick and syrupy, about 25 minutes. Discard basil with a slotted spoon.
- Add nectarines to syrup and bring to a rolling boil over moderately high heat, then boil, uncovered, stirring frequently, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer nectarines with slotted spoon to a sieve set over a bowl to catch juice. Drain nectarines 5 minutes, then add juice from bowl to juice in pot.
- Drain jars upside down on a clean kitchen towel 1 minute, then invert. Divide nectarines among jars with slotted spoon. Tuck a fresh basil sprig into side of each jar.
- Return juice in pot to a rolling boil, skimming off any foam. Continue to boil until juice registers 220 to 224°F on thermometer, 7 to 10 minutes. Gradually add pectin, whisking constantly. Return juice to a rolling boil, then boil, skimming off any foam, 1 minute.
- Ladle juice into jars, leaving 1/4 inch of space at top, then run a thin knife between fruit and jar to eliminate air bubbles.
- Seal, process, and store filled jars , boiling preserves in jars 10 minutes.
- Let preserves stand in jars at least 1 day for flavors to develop.
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Mugulumojja Ibrahim
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of these preserves. They're a great way to add something special to my breakfast or brunch.
Kaiftoon Gaming
[email protected]These preserves are a delightful addition to my cheese plate. They're also great on crackers or toast.
Travon Reed
[email protected]I've never had nectarine preserves before, but I'm glad I tried this recipe. They're so good!
Rhea Johnson
[email protected]These preserves are a great way to use up ripe nectarines. I love the pop of color they add to my breakfast toast.
Christine Torres
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I was pleasantly surprised by these preserves. The basil flavor is subtle and it really complements the nectarines.
Jacktone Owino
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The preserves are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I've already shared the recipe with my friends.
Flygamer 237
[email protected]Just made these preserves and they are delicious! I love the combination of nectarines and basil.
Muya Blaise
[email protected]Oh my, these preserves are heavenly! The nectarines are so juicy and the basil adds a wonderful depth of flavor. I can't wait to try them on everything!
Juan Gonzalez
[email protected]I love the idea of using basil in preserves. It adds a nice touch of herbaciousness. I'm definitely going to try this recipe.
Md Sayem Shah
[email protected]These preserves are a delightful blend of sweet and savory. The nectarines are perfectly complemented by the basil, which adds a unique and refreshing flavor. I served them on toast and they were a hit!