Cowboy Tomato Jam

This makes great holiday gifts! It's great served over a block of cream cheese as an appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh tomatoes, peeled, cored and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• 1 tablespoon zested fresh ginger
• 1 whole jalapeno, minced*
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a deep saucepan. Cook over low heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring often.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, continuing to stir, for several minutes.
3. Increase heat and boil until temperature reaches 220 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
4. Fill sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace for food expansion. Seal immediately, and process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
5. Remove from water bath and let set for 12 to 24 hours without moving.
6. Label and store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

* Remove the white membrane, but use the seeds if you like it hot.

Attribution

Photo credit: Dolphy / (c) Can Stock Photo