Tangy Tomato Jam
This chutney-like condiment can be served on its own, with soft cheeses, or used as a sandwich spread. It’s a great way to preserve slightly overripe tomatoes. The jam will keep in the refrigerator up to 1 month.
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This chutney-like condiment can be served on its own, with soft cheeses, or used as a sandwich spread. It’s a great way to preserve slightly overripe tomatoes. The jam will keep in the refrigerator up to 1 month.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lb. beefsteak tomatoes (4 tomatoes)
- 2 Granny Smith apples, grated (2 cups)
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 2 Tbs. lemon juice
- 2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- 1 1/2 tsp. minced jalapeño chile
Preparation
- Bring large pot of water to a boil. Cut an X on ends of tomatoes with knife, and drop into boiling water for 10 seconds. Remove, and cool in bowl of ice water. Peel and quarter tomatoes.
- Combine tomatoes, apples, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and jalapeño chile in large nonreactive saucepan. Bring to a rapid boil, and cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally and smashing tomatoes until broken down. Skim off any foam.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 20 minutes more, or until jam thickens. Transfer to 8-oz. jars or serving bowl. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size Makes 4 cups
- Calories 44
- Carbohydrate Content 11 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 0 g
- Fiber Content 1 g
- Protein Content 1 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0 g
- Sodium Content 2 mg
- Sugar Content 10 g
- Trans Fat Content 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g