Apricot jam
Description
A preservation recipe without unnecessary complications. The apricot jam recipe is very simple—it won't trouble even a beginner. But most importantly, you're making apricot jam at home! I think that's very important. Add it to all your desserts. It's full of vitamins and very tasty. Good luck with your cooking.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the apricots. Wash them and remove the pits. Place in a blender.
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Step 2
Chop the apricots.
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Step 3
Prepare the sugar. Measure out 8 cups right away so you don’t end up with too little or too much.
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Step 4
Place the apricot mixture in a saucepan. Add the pectin and butter. Pour the lemon juice into the saucepan. Stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat. If it starts to scorch, turn the heat off completely. Simmer for another five minutes or so.
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Step 5
Add the sugar. All at once. Stir it well. Make sure it has completely dissolved.
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Step 6
Bring to a boil again and simmer over low heat for 4 hours. Watch to make sure the jam does not burn.
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Step 7
Pour the hot apricot jam into sterilized jars and seal.
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Step 8
You can wrap them in a blanket, upside down. Or you can use a water bath like this for the jam. It will cool down together with the water, and you can store it with your other preserves. In a day or two you can open the jar :)