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Serving Size : 11 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts Jams
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 Oranges
Water
2 Sticks cinnamon
4 Whole allspice
6 Whole cloves
4 lb Fresh dark sweet cherries,
-pitted
1/2 c Fresh lemon juice
6 1/2 c Sugar
Slice oranges very thinly; place in preserving kettle; add water to cover
by 1/4 inch, about 5 cups. Tie spices in a cheesecloth bag; add to kettle;
bring to boil over high heat; reduce heat slightly; boil until oranges are
very tender; remove spice bag and discard. Add pitted cherries, lemon
juice, and sugar to kettle; stir until sugar is dissolved; return mixture
to boil; boil rapicly until mixture thickens and reaches gel stage, about 1
hour. Cool for about 5 minutes, skimming off foam with a metal spoon and
stirring occasionally. Ladle into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch
headspace; seal with melted paraffin wax; cover with clean lids. Store in
a cool, dark, dry place. Makes 11 1/2 pint jars.
