Spread Essentials Sweet Savory Tomato Jam Ii Recipes

SWEET AND SAVORY TOMATO JAM

Steps:

• To pack this jam for long-term storage, have 3 clean, sterilized half-pint jars (see NOTE below) with new lids and bands at hand.
• Combine the tomatoes, onion, brown and granulated sugars, salt, coriander, cumin, vinegar, lemon juice and/or apple and fresh ginger in a large saute pan over medium heat; once the mixture starts to bubble, reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until it has thickened and reduced to a jamlike consistency. It will become thick, stick with it.
• Transfer to clean and sterilized glass jars. Cool, seal and refrigerate for up to 1 month or use a hot-water canning bath for 15 minutes for long-term storage.
• NOTE: To sterilize the empty jars, fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat so that the water is barely bubbling. Immerse 3 half-pint jars in the pot. Place the rings and lids in a separate small saucepan and cover them with very hot water. Leave the jars and lids immersed while you cook the jam. Fill the jars with the jam; seal the jars but not tightly, then immerse the jars in the hot-water bath for 15 minutes. Transfer the jars to a heat proof surface; when cool, tighten the lids and store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

SPREAD ESSENTIALS: SWEET & SAVORY TOMATO JAM II

Steps:

• PREP/PREPARE
• You will need a saucepan, and a good glass container with a tight-fitting lid.
• Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
• Add all the ingredients to a saucepan over medium heat.
• Cook at a simmer until the jam begins to thicken to about the consistency of maple syrup, about 25 - 35 minutes.
• Place in a glass container, and reserve until needed.
• This jam will last in the fridge for about 7 - 10 days.
• PLATE/PRESENT
• Serve as a spread for sandwiches (especially grilled cheese), place on crackers with a smear of cream cheese... Have fun with it. Enjoy.
• Keep the faith, and keep cooking.