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

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 jalapeño, 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/