Strawberry Peach Jam by Persia Lou

I LOVE strawberries and peaches, so when I saw this recipe I had to have it!

Strawberry Peach Jam

Ingredients

• 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1-1/4 cups finely chopped peeled peaches
• 5 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin

Directions

• In a large saucepan, combine the strawberries and peaches. Add sugar; mix thoroughly and let stand for 10 minutes.
• In a small saucepan, combine water and pectin. Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add to fruit mixture and stir for 3 minutes or until sugar dissolves.
• Ladle into jars or freezer containers. Cover and let stand overnight or until set, but not longer than 24 hours. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 1 year. Yield: about 3-1/2 pints.