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Sun-Kissed Tomato-Basil Bliss: Homemade Jam Recipe

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Sure! Here’s the recipe for Tomato-Basil Jam, a delightful concoction perfect for spreading on warm crusty bread, accompanying salads, or enhancing soups. Inspired by a BH&G canning cookbook, this jam is not only flavorful but also health-conscious, fitting into categories like “Low Protein,” “Low Cholesterol,” and “Healthy,” with the added benefits of being ready in under 60 minutes and suitable for canning. 🍅🌿

Tomato-Basil Jam

Ingredients:

  • 2 1/2 pounds tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 cups fresh basil
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Tomatoes: Begin by washing the tomatoes thoroughly, then remove the peel, stem ends, cores, and seeds.
  2. Chop the Tomatoes: Finely chop the prepared tomatoes until you have approximately 3 1/2 cups measured.
  3. Simmer the Tomatoes: Place the chopped tomatoes in a 6-quart kettle and heat them to boiling. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the kettle, and allow the tomatoes to simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Re-Measure the Tomatoes: After simmering, measure the tomatoes again to ensure you still have approximately 3 1/2 cups. Return them to the pan if necessary.
  5. Add Flavorings: To the tomatoes, add the lemon juice and torn fresh basil leaves.
  6. Prepare the Pectin: In a separate bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the sugar with the pectin.
  7. Combine Ingredients: Stir the pectin mixture into the tomatoes and heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  8. Incorporate Remaining Sugar: Once boiling, add the remaining 2 3/4 cups of sugar to the mixture, stirring well.
  9. Boil the Jam: Bring the mixture back to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly, and allow it to boil hard for 1 minute.
  10. Remove Foam: Remove the pan from the heat and skim off any foam that has formed on the surface using a metal spoon.
  11. Jar the Jam: Ladle the hot tomato-basil jam into hot, sterile jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Wipe the jar rims clean, adjust the lids, and secure them tightly.
  12. Process the Jars: Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes to ensure proper preservation.
  13. Cool and Store: After processing, carefully remove the jars from the water bath and place them on wire racks to cool completely before storing.

This recipe yields approximately 5 1/2 pints of delicious Tomato-Basil Jam, bursting with the flavors of ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil. Enjoy it as a delightful spread or condiment, knowing that it’s not only tasty but also a healthy choice for any meal! 🍅🌿

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