Summer Harvest Nectarine and Plum Jam

Ingredients

Nectarines

3 cups, pitted and chopped

Plums

3 cups, pitted and chopped

Granulated sugar

2 cups

Fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup

Fruit pectin

1 package (1.75 ounces)

Instructions

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the chopped nectarines, plums, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
2. Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the fruits are soft and the sugar has completely dissolved. This should take about 30 minutes.
3. Add the pectin to the pot, stirring well to ensure it's fully incorporated.
4. Continue to cook the fruit mixture for an additional 5 minutes, or until the jam has thickened to your liking.
5. Remove the pot from the heat and allow the jam to cool for 10 minutes.
6. While the jam is cooling, prepare your jars by sterilizing them in boiling water.
7. Carefully ladle the jam into the sterilized jars, leaving about a 1/4 inch of headspace at the top. Seal the jars tightly.
8. Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator.
9. Enjoy your homemade nectarine and plum jam as a delightful addition to your breakfast, dessert, or snack!