Apricot Lemon Warmer Recipes

APRICOT LEMON VERBENA JAM

Steps:

• Finely chop apricots.
• Combine sugar and lemon verbena leaves in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until the leaves are fully incorporated in the sugar (the sugar will become light green).
• Combine sugar-lemon verbena mixture and apricots in a large bowl. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 4 hours.
• Inspect 4 jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
• Transfer apricot-sugar mixture to a large pot and stir in pectin. Slowly bring to a full rolling boil that does not stop bubbling when stirred. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
• Ladle apricot jam into the prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and tightly screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart. Let rest for 24 hours without moving the jars. Gently press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

APRICOT - LEMON JAM

Steps:

• Don't worry about the skin, which disappears in the course of cooking.
• Bring to a boil, lower heat, and cook until the mixture turns a bit darker and looks like jam when you let it dribble off a spoon (about 45 to 60 minutes.).
• Stir it frequently enough that it doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
• You can skim off the lighter colored stuff that rises to the top if you want, otherwise it seems to just disappear after a while.
• Wash and can according to canner instructions.
• Or, keeps well in refrigerator only, about 2-3 months, or in freezer, up to 12 months.

APRICOT LEMON WARMER

Steps:

• In medium saucepan, combine all ingredients.
• Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover & simmer 20 minutes before serving.