Tomato Lavender Jam

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A sophisticated, floral preserve that balances sweet tomatoes with aromatic lavender for a unique condiment.
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Tomato Lavender Jam

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 61.3

Description

This elegant Tomato Lavender Jam transforms simple ripe tomatoes into a sophisticated preserve with the delicate, floral notes of fresh lavender. The natural sweetness of the fruit is balanced by bright lemon juice, creating a spread that is both tangy and aromatic. It offers a vibrant red hue and a jelly-like texture that holds up beautifully against creamy cheeses or warm breads. Perfect for summer entertaining or as a unique gift, this jam adds a gourmet touch to charcuterie boards. It pairs exceptionally well with soft cheeses like goat cheese or cream cheese, and adds a surprising depth to breakfast toast or English muffins. A reliable recipe that showcases seasonal produce in a refined way.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel, seed, and chop the 3 pounds of ripe tomatoes.
  2. In a heavy large nonreactive pot, combine the chopped tomatoes, sugar, fresh lemon juice, and sprigs of fresh lavender with blossoms.
  3. Mix well to distribute the sugar.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
  5. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle boil.
  6. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the mixture becomes jelly-like, about 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
  7. Remove the pot from heat.
  8. Stir the mixture and skim off any foam that has formed.
  9. Discard the lavender sprigs.
  10. Ladle the hot tomato mixture into sterilized half-pint canning jars, placing a fresh sprig of lavender in each jar for garnish.
  11. Seal the jars tightly.
  12. Let the jars cool to room temperature on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 61.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 17.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g17%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 3.1g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store the sealed jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Serve with cream cheese and crackers or toasted English muffins.

Ensure jars are properly sterilized before filling to ensure safety and longevity.

Use culinary-grade lavender to avoid soapy or bitter flavors.

Keywords: tomato jam, lavender preserve, vegetable jam, summer recipe, floral flavor, caning, gift idea, charcuterie, breakfast spread, homemade jam, ripe tomatoes, lemon juice, preserving, gourmet condiment
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