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