Storing Preserves

Like pickles and relishes, preserves should be stored in a dry, cool, dark place, especially if you plan on long storage. If you have only a room-temperature kitchen cupboard, don’t count on keeping the preserves for more than a year (ideally, less) if you want to use them while their color is at its best. They won’t spoil if kept longer, but appearance may suffer, especially if light as well as warmth reaches the jars.