Pioneer Tomato Jam

Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• Grated rind of 1 lemon
• 6 cups granulated sugar
• 6 ounces liquid fruit pectin

Instructions

1. In a heavy 2 quart saucepan, cook the tomatoes over low heat for 10 minutes.
2. Add lemon juice and rind. Then add sugar and bring to a rolling boil. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in pectin. Skim, if necessary, and spoon into sterilized jars.
4. Store in a cool dark place.

Notes

If desired, you can add one stick of cinnamon to each sterilized jar before pouring in the jam.