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Canned Bing Cherry Jam

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Any type of sweet cherry will work in this recipe for canned cherry jam.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups pitted chopped cherries
  • 4 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 package powdered pectin
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice

Preparation:

Place all ingredients into a 6-quart pot and bring the mixture to a boil that cannot be stirred down. Immediately add the sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Skim. Pour hot jam into hot jars leaving 1/4 inch head room. Adjust caps. Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.

(This works with any sweet cherry.) - Glitzy, forum member

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