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Plum Basil Jam |
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The beginning of fall is the perfect time to save the sweet, ripe flavors of summer fruit in preserves that you can enjoy year-round. Juicy plums pair well with the crisp essence of fresh basil, best enjoyed on a sandwich, scone, or crostini, layered with your favorite vegan cheese. You can also use this jam to glaze tofu or seitan for a unique holiday roast. For more preserves recipes, check out our 3 Preserves Recipes That Hold On to Summer Flavors from Joni Marie Newman, including Balsamic Fig Jam and Heirloom Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Preserves. |
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Makes 14 half-pint jars |
What You Need:
5 pounds red plums, stems removed, pitted, and chopped
1 cup water
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon vegan margarine (optional)
2 1.75-ounce packages Sure Jell pectin
6 cups evaporated cane juice
20 large basil leaves, chiffonaded
Jars with lids and rings
Boiling water bath canner (or a large stock pot with lid) with rack
Canning tongs
Wide-mouth funnel
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What You Do:
1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, add plums, water, lemon juice, vinegar, pepper, margarine, and pectin and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Stir in evaporated cane juice and return to boil, then boil for 1 full minute. Stir in basil and remove from heat.
2. Ladle preserves into sterilized jars, allowing 1/2-inch of space below the top. Wipe off any excess jam from top of jar with a clean towel, seat lid on top, and tighten rings.
3. Using canning tongs, place sealed jars onto rack in canning pot-bath, making sure that jars are covered by at least 2 inches of water. Boil for 10 minutes, then carefully remove each jar and place it in a safe place to cool overnight.
4. Once cool, check to make sure lids are sealed by pressing top of center of lid. If it makes a popping sound, then it is not sealed. Once lids are sealed, loosen rings and dry off any excess moisture. Replace rings and apply a label or tie on a gift tag.
Photo: Joni Marie Newman
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