Tomato Jam

* Exported from MasterCook *

Tomato Jam

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Tomatoes Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 C. prepared tomatoes (about
2 1/4 Lb. ripe tomatoes)
1 1/2 Tsp. grated lemon rind
1/4 C. lemon juice (2 lemons)
6 1/2 C. sugar (2 lb. 14 oz.)
1 Bottle Certo fruit pectin

First, prepare tomatoes. Scald, peel and chop about 2
1/4 pounds fully ripe tomatoes. Heat tomatoes until soft. Put
tomatoes through ricer to remove seeds. Measure 3 cups into a
large saucepan. Add grated lemon rind and lemon juice.
To make jam: To the measured fruit, add the exact
amount of sugar. Mix well. Place over high heat; bring to a
full rolling boil and boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat; at once, stir in Certo. Skim off
foam with metal spoon. Then stir and skim for 5 minutes to
cool slightly, to prevent floating fruit. Ladle into glasses.
Cover at once with 1/8-inch hot paraffin. Seal jars and
process 10 minutes in hot water bath.


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