Apricot Jam

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather the ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix apricots and lemon juice in a large pot over medium heat; add sugar and slowly bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Continue to cook and stir until apricot mixture thickens, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat and skim foam off the top if necessary.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Meanwhile, prepare five 1-pint jars with lids and rings by cleaning and sterilizing them in the dishwasher or a boiling water bath. Leave lids in simmering water until ready to seal jars.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Ladle hot jam into hot sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space on top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder, leaving a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Remove the jars from the stockpot and place them onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight and the lid does not move up or down at all. Store in a cool, dark area.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (50 servings total)