Orange Marmalade Jam - Orange Preserve Homemade Recipe CookingShooking

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and can enhance flavor.

pectin

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: apple peels

Chia seeds provide natural gelling without added pectin.

Wash and thinly slice the oranges, removing seeds.

Combine sliced oranges and sugar in a large pot.

Add water and lemon juice to the pot.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until oranges are tender.

Increase heat and bring to a rolling boil, cooking for 10-15 minutes.

Check for setting point by placing a spoonful on a cold plate.

Once at setting point, remove from heat and stir in pectin if using.

Skim off any foam from the surface and let cool for a few minutes.

Pour the hot marmalade into sterilized jars, sealing immediately.

Allow to cool completely at room temperature before storing.

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