How To Can Peaches: A Sweet Summer Preserve
A step-by-step guide on how to can peaches, preserving their delicious summer flavor for winter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Peaches
- Water
- Granulated Sugar
- Canning Jars
- Lid and Ring
Instructions
- Prepare your jars by sterilizing them in boiling water for 10 minutes or running them through a hot dishwasher cycle.
- Peel and pit the peaches by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transferring them to an ice bath.
- Make the syrup by combining 4 cups of water with 1 cup of sugar over medium heat until dissolved.
- Pack the peach halves snugly into the jars, cut-side down, and pour the syrup over them, leaving ½ inch headspace.
- Seal the jars by wiping the rims clean and placing the lids on, screwing the rings until fingertip-tight.
- Process the jars in boiling water for 20 minutes, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Cool down the jars on a clean kitchen towel and listen for the sound of sealing.
Notes
Adjust the sugar content based on your taste. Frozen peaches can be used if fresh ones are unavailable. Keep jars in a low oven to keep warm while preparing peaches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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