Peach Jalapeno Jam Spread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Produce

01 - 5–6 medium ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and finely chopped
02 - 4–5 small jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped

→ Flavorings

03 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sweetener

05 - 600 grams granulated sugar

# Instructions:

01 - Peel and pit the peaches, then finely chop the flesh. Wash the jalapeño peppers, remove the seeds for a milder flavor, and finely chop.
02 - In a large saucepan, combine the prepared peaches, jalapeños, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir together over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
03 - Once the mixture reaches a full boil, stir in all of the granulated sugar. Continue stirring to fully dissolve sugar, maintaining a rolling boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches a thick, jam-like consistency.
04 - Dip a metal spoon into the mixture. The jam is ready if it coats the back of the spoon without dripping off rapidly.
05 - Wash jars in hot soapy water and dry thoroughly. Pour the hot jam into the jars, leaving a 0.5 cm space at the top. Wipe rims with a damp kitchen towel, seal with lids, and allow jars to cool to room temperature.

# Notes:

01 - For extra heat, retain some jalapeño seeds or use spicier varieties.