Melon Jam for Winter
Description
Winter preserves made at home. I’ll share a recipe that lets you make melon jam for winter at home. An important point is the correct cooking cycles, which are described below in the step-by-step recipe. The thickness and flavor of the finished jam depend on them. Melon itself has many beneficial properties, which is why the jam turns out so tasty. I hope everything works out for you. Good luck making the jam. The preserve is ready for winter storage.
Instructions
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Step 1
First, prepare the melon. Wash it thoroughly, cut it in half, and remove all the seeds.
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Step 2
Now peel the melon and cut the flesh into cubes.
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Step 3
Transfer the cut melon to a deep cooking pot, add the sugar, and mix thoroughly. Then cover with a lid and let the melon stand for 5–6 hours until it releases its juice.
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Step 4
Now add the lemon juice, squeezing it from the lemon into the container with the melon. Place the container over the heat and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring. Then remove the melon from the heat and let it steep for 10 hours. Bring to a boil again and cook for 10 minutes. Steep for another 8 hours, add the vanilla, and cook for 15 minutes.
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Step 5
Pack the finished jam into sterilized jars.