Dried Fruit Jam
Description
A simple way to stock up for later. Dried fruits are incredibly beneficial; they are recommended for both people with various health conditions and completely healthy people as a preventive measure. In winter, when the body needs extra protection in the form of vitamins and beneficial trace elements, dried fruits become simply indispensable. But not everyone can eat them in their “raw” form, so I want to share an excellent recipe with you and tell you how to make them. Serve at the table or store in the pantry.
Instructions
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Step 1
Before you start making the jam, soak the dried fruit in water overnight. In the morning, drain the water from them and cut the dried fruit into small pieces.
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Step 2
Wrap the clove buds in cheesecloth so they can be easily removed from the finished jam later. If you like, you can also add a cinnamon stick along with the cloves; it will give a wonderful aroma.
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Step 3
Now place the dried fruit in a saucepan, add the sugar and spices, and pour in enough water so the liquid sits just below the level of the dried fruit. Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated.
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Step 4
As soon as all the water has evaporated, pour the wine into the saucepan, stir, and continue cooking the jam until the alcohol has completely evaporated. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and take out the cheesecloth with the spices.
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Step 5
Pour the hot jam into jars and seal with lids. Turn the jars upside down and leave until completely cool, then store them in the refrigerator or another cool place. In winter, this fragrant jam will warm you from the inside and lift your spirits.