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    Over-the-Top Cherry Jam


    Source of Recipe


    Kevin

    Recipe Introduction


    We live in Door County, an area known for its wonderful tart cherries. This beautiful sweet jam makes lovely gifts.

    List of Ingredients




    Over-the-Top Cherry Jam


    2-1/2 pounds fresh tart cherries, pitted
    1 1.75 ounce package powdered fruit pectin
    1/2 teaspoon butter
    4-3/4 cups sugar

    Recipe




    In a food processor, cover and process cherries in batches until finely chopped.

    Transfer to a Dutch oven; stir in pectin and butter.

    Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly.

    Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil.

    Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

    Remove from the heat; skim off foam.

    Ladle hot mixture into hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace.

    Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids.

    Process for 5 minutes in a boiling-water canner

    Yield: 6 half-pints.

 

 

 


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