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Tomato Preserves

Tomato Preserves is built on Sugar, Fresh Lemon Juice, Worcestershire Sauce, Ground Cinnamon, and Butter. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

Ingredients

• 6 1/2 cup
• 1/4 cup
• 2 tbsp
• 1/2 tsp
• 1/2 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Add the basil and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered over medium low heat for 10 minutes; discard the basil.

2. 2

   Add the rest of the ingredients except the pectin and bring to a hard boil.

3. 3

   Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat, add the pectin, then quickly skim off the foam.

5. 5

   Ladle at once into hot sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.

6. 6

   Wipe the jar rims and adjust the lids.

7. 7

   Process in a boiling hot-water bath for 15 minutes after the water returns to a boil.

8. 8

   Store in a dark place; the jam may take several weeks to thicken.