Cowboy Tomato Jam
Cowboy Tomato Jam makes great holiday gifts! It’s great served over a block of cream cheese as an appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: varies
- Category: Canning
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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1 pound fresh tomatoes, peeled, cored and chopped
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 lime, juice and zest
1 tablespoon zested fresh ginger
1 whole jalapeƱo, minced*
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a deep saucepan. Cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring often.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, continuing to stir, for several minutes. - Increase heat and boil until temperature reaches 220 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
- Fill sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace for food expansion. Seal immediately, and process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
- Remove from water bath and let set for 12 to 24 hours without moving.
- Label and store in a cool, dry place.
Notes
* Remove the white membrane, but use the seeds if you like it hot.
Photo credit: Dolphy / (c) Can Stock Photo
Find it online: https://simplygreatrecipes.com/cowboy-tomato-jam/