TOMATO-BASIL JAM

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From a BH&G canning cookbook. Serve this on warm crusty bread as appetizer or as a go-along with salad or soup.

Provided by Iron Bloomers

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 5 1/2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 lbs fully ripe tomatoes (about 5 large)
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
1/4 cup sugar
1 (2 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin (for lower sugar recipes)
2 3/4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Wash tomatoes; remove peel, stem ends, cores and seeds.
  • Finely chop tomatoes. Measure 3 1/2 cups.
  • Place tomatoes in 6-quart kettle and heat to boiling; reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Measure again--3 1/2 cups and return to pan.
  • Add lemon juice and basil.
  • Combine 1/4 cup of the sugar with the pectin; stir into tomatoes.
  • Heat to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in the remaining 2 3/4 cups sugar; return to a full rolling boil.
  • Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and skim foam with a metal spoon.
  • ladle into hot, sterile jars, leave 1/4 in head space; wipe rim, adjust lids and process in boiling water bath 5 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks.

Prichard Cosmas Fernandes Chipalupalu
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This jam is a great way to add a pop of flavor to a simple cheese plate.


Alice Lugendo
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I love the way this jam spreads on toast.


Leo Qureshi
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This jam is a great way to use up ripe tomatoes.


Arishe Shedrack
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I love the bright red color of this jam. It's so festive.


Ahmad Khawaja
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This jam is a great way to add flavor to a simple grilled chicken breast.


Alinaswe Mukuwa
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I'm not a fan of basil, but I still loved this jam. The sweetness of the tomatoes balances out the bitterness of the basil perfectly.


Christian
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This is the perfect jam for a summer picnic.


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I love the way this jam pairs with grilled cheese sandwiches.


Steve Maina
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This jam is a great way to use up extra tomatoes. It's also a great gift idea.


Kemaya WILSON
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I've made this jam several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Gifty Afranie
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This recipe is a winner! The jam is delicious and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Corey Woolhouse
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I love this jam! It's the perfect addition to my cheeseboard.


Zemei Jackyline
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This is the best tomato basil jam I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.


Sunil Babu
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I made this jam for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again.


BobiBG 6000
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This jam is addictive! I can't stop eating it. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Hazrat Usman
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I'm not a big fan of tomato jam, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious. I love the way the basil adds a fresh, summery flavor.


Alaeyah Ashby
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This recipe is a keeper! The jam is easy to make and tastes amazing. I've already made it twice and I'm planning on making it again soon.


usman mazhar
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I love this jam! It's so versatile. I've used it on sandwiches, crackers, and even as a dip for fruit. It's always a hit.


Shahid Aziz
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This jam is delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe says and it turned out perfect. The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sunil Randhawa
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This tomato basil jam is out of this world! It's the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. I love the way the basil adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor. I've been using it on everything from crackers to sandwiches to chicken. It's also great as a