Balsamic-Plum Preserves

By Lady Butterfly

Balsamic Plum Preserves are easy to make and provide a sweet and savory flavor to any dish. Serve with smoked turkey, pulled pork, fried green tomatoes, or warm baked brie.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 cups unpeeled and diced plums, about 2 1/2 pounds
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Preparation

Step 1

Stir together all ingredients except basil in a 4 quart microwave-safe glass bowl.

Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes (mixture will boil). Stir mixture, and microwave at HIGH 8 to 10 minutes or until thickened. (You're going for the viscosity of pancake syrup here. The mixture will thicken to soft-set preserves after it cools and chills.) Stir basil into warm preserves. Cool mixture completely (about 2 hours).

Serve immediately, or cover and chill preserves in an airtight container until ready to serve. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks.