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Vanilla and Nectarine Preserves in mason jars with vanilla beans
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Vanilla and Nectarine Preserves: Easy Homemade Recipe

Delicious homemade Vanilla and Nectarine Preserves capture summer’s best flavors with a smooth vanilla twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 7 half-pint jars
Course: Preserves
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 lbs ripe nectarines skins on
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1 vanilla bean or 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Method

  • 1. Wash and pit nectarines. Chop into even chunks.
  • 2. In a large pot, combine nectarines, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  • 3. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  • 4. Continue cooking until mixture thickens and darkens.
  • 5. Test for readiness using the chilled plate test.
  • 6. Ladle hot preserves into sterilized jars.
  • 7. Seal and process jars in boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0.5gSugar: 8g

Notes

Leaving skins on adds natural pectin.
Vanilla extract may be substituted for the vanilla bean.
Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
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