For the past five years, I ve spent my late-summer birthday making plum jam. Parties are fun. Cake is good. But all I want is the quiet pleasure of standing over the stove, stirring and staring as ...

This small-batch jam is meant for short term storage and should be kept in a refrigerator and consumed within 3 months (sealed) or 2 weeks (once jars are opened).

BIRTHDAY PLUM JAM. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. 30 minutes, plus cooling. Makes about 3 half-pint jars. Lemon juice accentuates plums’ tart side and adds natural ...

2 pounds plums and pluots, pitted and cut into 1/2-inch dice (3 1/2 cups) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. 2 cups granulated sugar ...

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