When fresh apricots are in season, freeze them so you can make these herby preserves year-round. Infused with fresh rosemary and the caramel-like notes of maple syrup, this tangy-sweet spread tastes great on baked sweet potatoes, corn bread, English muffins, whole wheat toast, whole grain crackers, or pumpkin pancakes. Homemade preserves also make for a great housewarming or holiday gift, so make a big batch to have on hand when you want to give a little treat to a loved one!
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By Nancy Macklin, RDN ,
Ingredients
- 1½ lb. ripe apricots
- 1 3-inch sprig fresh rosemary
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Stem, pit, and coarsely chop apricots. Measure 5 cups. In a large saucepan combine apricots, 1 cup water, and rosemary. Bring mixture to simmering. Cook, uncovered, about 15 minutes or until apricots are soft, stirring occasionally. Add maple syrup. Bring to boiling; reduce heat and cook, uncovered, 15 minutes or until mixture is thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove and discard rosemary.
- Ladle hot preserves into clean half-pint jars or airtight containers (leave ½-inch headspace if freezing). If desired, add an additional small sprig of rosemary. Seal. Store in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 6 months.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (2 Tbsp.), 30 calories, 8 g carbohydrates, 2 mg sodium, 6 g sugar
Note: Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only.
Psalm 27:14. I made an applesauce, and, grape jam, plus I made an orange jam or preserve, too, with white sugar. I didn’t use a ball jar, just fruit without pectin from the box. It was fair.
Can peaches or other fruit be used instead of apricots?
Can I can this using a water bath? I donot have a big enough freezer
Can this be canned? Water bathed and sealed in jars for winter use?
Recipe seems to be good as l read its unfortunately Apricots not available in kerala lndia
How many half pints does this recipe make?
Did you make the crackers? They look so good…
The crackers look like they are Mary’s Gone Crackers brand. They are forks over knives approved (I found them in an article on the website about pre-made kitchen staples that they use.)
How many grams of sugar per serving? How much is a serving, 1 TBSP?
I have the cookbook Flavor
I need serving sizes and calories because I tend to eat too much and don’t lose weight. can you help?
That was also my question. do you peel the apricots?
Sounds worth trying. But do you peel the apricots or not?
I never peel apricots.