Mango Jam

Luscious, fresh mango jam will add bright, tropical sweetness all winter long to a variety of dishes and desserts. Canning mangoes made easy.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 73 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• ¾ cup water
• 2 pounds ripe mangoes
• 3 saffron threads (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together sugar and water in a large saucepan over low heat, and bring to a boil. When the mixture begins boiling, increase heat to medium-high. Continue boiling until fine, soft threads form, 270 degrees F (135 degrees C). Stir in mango pulp, add saffron threads, and boil until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Pour cooked jam into sterilized jars and seal according to canning directions.

Step 3

Make 4 to 5 slits in mangoes and microwave on High until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Cool, then remove the peel and inner seed; place mango pulp in a large bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the pulp well.