How to Make Spiced Plum Jam

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds ripe plums, pitted and chopped
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation:

1. In a large pot, combine the chopped plums and sugar. Let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes to allow the sugar to draw out the juices from the plums.
2. Add the cinnamon stick, ground ginger, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg to the pot.
3. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the jam simmer for about an hour, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and reaches the desired consistency.
5. Test the jam for doneness by placing a small amount on a chilled plate and letting it cool for a few minutes. If the jam is set and doesn’t run when the plate is tilted, it’s done.
6. Remove the cinnamon stick from the pot and stir in the lemon juice.
7. Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.
8. Wipe the rims of the jars clean and seal with lids and rings.
9. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure a proper seal.
10. Let the jars cool and store in a cool, dark place for up to a year.