Description
A delightful and simple orange jam recipe that captures the cozy essence of citrus with warm spices, perfect for enhancing your favorite toast or yogurt.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups oranges, prepared and pureed (Navel or Valencia oranges are recommended.)
- 3 cups sugar (Do not reduce sugar drastically as it helps jam set.)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (Add early to allow flavor to mellow.)
- 1 pinch salt (Enhances citrus flavor.)
- 1 teaspoon warm spices (cinnamon, clove, cardamom, ginger) (Choose one main spice and one supporting spice.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and scrub the oranges thoroughly.
- Zest a couple of oranges if desired, avoiding the white pith.
- Peel the oranges and remove most of the thick white pith.
- Slice and remove seeds from the oranges.
- Puree the fruit to a slightly textured consistency.
Cooking the Jam
- In a wide pot, combine orange puree, sugar, lemon juice, zest if using, a pinch of salt, and chosen spices.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and then reduce to a steady simmer.
- Stir often to prevent scorching, cooking for about 25 to 45 minutes until thickened.
Testing and Canning
- To test for gel stage, use the frozen plate test or the spoon test.
- If too runny, simmer for 5 to 10 more minutes; if too thick, stir in hot water until desired consistency is reached.
- For canning, fill clean, hot jars with hot jam, wipe rims, apply lids, and process in boiling water.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for a few weeks or freeze for longer storage. Water-bath can for pantry stability. Make sure to adjust processing times if at high altitude.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Preserve
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 57
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 61
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.5
