Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 lbs. Anna apples ((or your favorite variety))
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. cardamom
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • zest from one lemon
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instruction

  • Peel, core, and dice the apples. Add to a 6-quart Dutch oven.
  • Pour sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom over the apples. Stir lightly and allow to rest for 30 minutes until the apples release their juices.
  • Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla, stirring to combine. Bring mixture to a boil, then cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for approximately 20 minutes, or until the syrup thickens. Remember that it will thicken further as it cools!
  • While the preserves is cooking, sterile the jars and lids by boiling them in a large pot of water.
  • Use an immersion blender to emulsify to the desired consistency. Fill sterilized jars with the preserves, leaving a half-inch headspace.
  • Place jars in a water bath for 15 minutes. Remove the jars, and allow to cool on the counter. Store in a dark, cool place, or share them with your family and friends!