Name: Clove-Spiced Plum Jam
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 72
Ingredients: Cloves - 5 whole; Pitted and quartered plums - 8 cups; Lemon juice - 8 tablespoons; Water - 8 tablespoons; Powdered fruit pectin - 1 (1.75 ounce) package; White sugar - 8 cups

Ingredients for - Clove-Spiced Plum Jam

1. Cloves 5 whole

2. Pitted and quartered plums 8 cups

3. Lemon juice 8 tablespoons

4. Water 8 tablespoons

5. Powdered fruit pectin 1 (1.75 ounce) package

6. White sugar 8 cups

How to cook deliciously - Clove-Spiced Plum Jam

1 . Stage

Wrap cloves in cheesecloth or a spice sack; set aside.

2 . Stage

Inspect 9 glass jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.

3 . Stage

Combine plums, lemon juice, water, and pectin in a large, deep saucepan over low heat. Bring to a boil.

4 . Stage

Add sugar and cloves. Cook, stirring continuously, until sugar dissolves and mixture reaches 220 degrees F (104 degrees C), 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and discard cloves.

5 . Stage

Pour jam into sterilized jars. Wipe any drips off lip of jars, and add lids. Place on a damp towel to cool and self-seal; you will hear a popping sound as jam cools, about 2 hours.