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What You Need:

• 3 lbs peaches
• 2 T ginger
• 5 C sugar
• 2 pkgs (1 3/4 oz) powdered pectin
• 1 C cold water
• 4 (1 pint) freezer containers with lids

How to Make It:

1. Remove the pits from the peaches and peel.
2. Chop peaches up very fine to make about 4 C.
3. Place peaches in a large mixing bowl.
4. Add ginger and stir together.
5. Slowly add the sugar and mix until well combined.
6. Place the cold water in a small saucepan and place over medium heat.
7. Add the pectin.
8. Bring to a boil being sure to stir continuously.
9. When water comes to a rapid boil cook 1 minute.
10. Remove from heat and pour into fruit.
11. Stir until all is combined.
12. Continue to stir 4 minutes.
13. Pour mixture into the 1 pint freezer containers and cover with lids.
14. Leave standing at room temperature for 1 full day (24 hours).
15. Freeze for up to 6 months.
16. When ready to use remove from freezer and allow coming to room temperature about 1 to 2 hours.
17. Freezer jam will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.