Slow-Cooker Yellow Plum Jam

Slow-Cooker Yellow Plum Jam requires just a few ingredients and some clean jars. Because this jam will be refrigerated, it is not necessary to use canning jars; you can reuse any jars and lids that have been sterilized in boiling water. Freezing is also an option; use freezer-safe containers and label with a “use-by” date.

There are a number of varieties of yellow plums. Tasting a raw plum will give you an idea of whether this slow-cooker yellow plum jam from it will be to your liking. Sweet tender plums with a tart skin will produce a lusciuous piquant spread for using in Jam Turnovers or spreading on homemade bread.

1. 1. In a slow cooker, combine the plums, sugar, and fruit pectin. Scrape the pulp of the vanilla pod into the mixture, and stir well. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours.

2. Turn to HIGH and cook for another 2 hours.

3. Puree the jam and pour into sterilized jars or freezer containers. Cover and refrigerate for up to 10 days or freeze for up to 3 months.