Jason Smith

Peach-Honey and Basil Preserves

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    4

    cups
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Lord Honey: Traditional Southern Recipes with a Country Bling Twist
Lord Honey

By Jason Smith

Published 2023

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 3

Method

  • In a large Dutch oven, over medium heat, bring peaches, sugar, honey, and lemon juice to a boil, stirring often.
  • Cook until thick, about 12–15 minutes. If not thick, keep cooking and stirring until it thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in sliced basil.
  • Ladle preserves into jars or heat-proof containers. Let cool completely before tightening l