Mrs. Johnson's Peach Preserves

Yield
60 servingsPrep
20 minCook
15 minReady
35 minIngredients
Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
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4 | cups | sugar |
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1 | cup | water |
|
1 | tablespoon | lemon extract |
*
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6 | pounds |
peaches
ripe, peeled and sliced |
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Low Fat, Low in Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, High Fiber, Sodium-Free, Low Sodium
Directions
In a large saucepan, dissolve sugar in water over medium- syrup is clear.
Skim off any froth.
Add vanilla and lemon extract, stir in peaches, and return to a boil.
Watch carefully to prevent from boiling over.
Boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and skim off any froth.
Fill hot, sterilized jars (quart-size screw-top Mason jars) and store in a cool, dark place.
Serve with hot biscuits, or warm over vanilla or Texas peach ice cream.
Makes 3 quarts.
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