Peach Rhubarb JamIt’s Jam Season

As so often happens, I am inspired by a thought or a meal we had somewhere.  When we lived in Seattle, we had several rhubarb plants growing in our yard and often gave it away.  After sharing a large bunch with a friend, I asked her what she was going to do with it.  Peach Rhubarb Crisp was her answer.   I have been combining peaches and Rhubarb for a few years now.  Normally in a dessert. I decided I wanted to make jam.

Here you go!

Peach Rhubarb Jam

What You Need:

  • 6 cups rhubarb, cut into small pieces
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 T vanilla
  • juice from 1 lemon
  • 4 cups chopped peaches (I used frozen)

What You Do:

  1. Combine everything except peaches large pan.  Mix well and let sit for about an hour.
  2. Add peaches to the mixture.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.  Reduce heat and simmer until jam starts to thicken and sticks to the back of a spoon.
  4. Let cool slightly before pouring into a prepared mason jars.  Seal tightly and water bath for 10 minutes  Peach Rhubarb Parfair

How We Use:

  • Serve jam alongside scones for a yummy treat;
  • Layer with yogurt and your favorite granola for a lovely parfait;
  • Top vanilla ice cream; or
  • Eat with a spoon.

Please let me know if you make this.