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Most of this batch of quince jam will be travelling back to Singapore to my mum via Celeste (@petitevalse). This will be the first time that Mum and Dad will have quinces. They are still buying store bought jam from the supermarket. Old habits are hard to kick and I am to blame for not teaching mum how easy it is to make homemade jam. Having said that, I did grow up with supermarket jam, thinking that it is the best in the world. I was awarded with peanut butter and jam sandwiches when I am good. Now, I make my own jam and can’t remember the last time I bought any jams from anyone. Jamming is such an easy and satisfying process.
Quinces
Quince has a really short season and are usually availiable from April till June. They have a rather ‘furry’ exterior and a very beautiful and floral smell.
Ingredients:
- 915g of freshly grated and cored quince (you can leave the peel on, just make sure that is washed properly)
- 800g of sugar
- 31/2 cups of water
- 50ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice (check out the lemons from my backyard below)
- 1tbsp of lemon zest
- Grate 1/2 a nutmeg (you can choose to add vanilla seeds or even cinnamon instead)
lemons
Method:
- Wash the quince, core, grate and leave aside
- Add grated quince, lemon juice and lemon zest to boiling water. Reduce heat and simmer until the quince is soft
- Next, add sugar and bring the quince mixture to a boil. Stir until all sugar is dissolve. Lower to medium heat uncovered. Just need to stir occasionally
- The quince jam turns a reddish pink and thickens. Stop when it reaches your desired consistency. Check after 35-45mins
- Pour into sterilised jars when it is still hot. Put the lid over and turn it upside down to form a vacuum
Bottle quince jam
I hope my parents love it as much as I enjoyed making it. I bought the last batches from Collingwood farmers market just this weekend. Will be poaching and trying out a quince paste recipe that @MissJackson of Jackson Cafe had shared with me. Go find some quinces before you have to wait till next year!
What food did your parents reward you when you were young?
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This would be wonderful spread on a warm biscuit. How happy and surprised your parents will be to get a supply of homemade jam.
I don't think I have had quince jam before. I imagine that is is very good (as are most homemade jams)!
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Collingswood Farmers market, as in Collingswood NJ? somehow I doubt it but we do have one too! I just saw Quince in our local supermarket, have not had any experience with them…good to know they make good jam!
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Quince jam would have to be one of my all time favourites!!! What a great gift idea too
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First time? Will sure to be a treat!
Bonus for being so easy to make! Reminds me of delicious kumquat vanilla marmalade – at least we can have various jams/marmalades depending on the season; it makes the flavor even more special.
I love, love, love quince jam… the Portguese style from my childhood is nearly solid, and we'd cut it into slices and eat it with chunks of sharp cheese on crusty bread. Your parents are very lucky indeed!
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I have not had quince before. I think after reading your post, I may try make the jam. Thank you for introducing me to "Quince".
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Wonder how it'll taste, the quince looks a bit like peckham pears. Your jam looks delicious! Would be nice on some crackers or toasts.
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I had quince preserve but not the jam, I bet it's as good as the preserve! I can smell the quince from here, like a beautiful fragrant flower!
I was rewarded with potato chips! Chicken crinkle cut to be exact which I ate ridge by ridge
Have never tried making my own jam! Sounds like pretty easy. I should try to make some too later when I'm more free. Yours look really inviting. Can send me a jar? hehe…=o) Hope you're having a great day, sweetie!
Regards, Kristy
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I admire people that can make their own jams – this one would go great with some sharp cheddar cheese.
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Nothing beats starting the day with homemade jam. Bet your parents will enjoy the jam a lot. It's priceless!
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A homemade quince jam sounds quite wonderful, I would love it on a toast for breakfast right now!
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my grandmother made quince jelly but my favorite was her fig jam .. I like to make that too when I can find them, along with peach, pear and sometimes apple butter
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I've never attempted to cook quinces so I'm already impressed. I bet the jam tastes delicious. You've inspired me!
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I believe this is the first I've heard of this fruit or this jam. Looks interesting. I'm always up for a new kind of jam! HeHe
That looks so good! Never saw that in the stores.
Mmm, quinces, such beautiful fruit! I love how they go pink when they're cooked. Quince jam must be so yum.
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just had to come back and take a look one more time – this is just a great reflection of my past
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I have never heard of quince, it looks like a pear/peach maybe?? I will be on the lookout now that I know what it is and you make if look so good!
We had a quince tree when I was a child which only died just a few years ago. I remember quince pies and quince crumble. Thank you, I will definitely try this one. Lovely memories.
Good on you….your parents will be so proud. I like quince….and would love this jam, it is superb with cheeses!
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I've no doubt your parents will LOVE your jam! I adore the smell of quinces, they are so fragrant.
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thanx so much- I have been given some quinces here in Rome and came across your blog searching.Will go off and buy some brown sugar to make my jam today. I have some prunes in the fridge and wonder if I can throw them in too? ciao
Hi there! Thanks for visiting my blog. I am not sure if prunes will go well with quinces? Make a small batch of that combination and let me know how you go. Quince jam goes so well with cheese and you have FANTASTIC cheeses in Rome. I do miss it so much.. will like to return to Rome again.
First time out making jam and quince jam of all things. First batch turned out good, second batch fantastic! It is such a lovely tasting jam. Thanks for the easy recipe, it’s now in my favourites.
Great…. I will be stewing some tomorrow and making a savory dish. Wish me luck!
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