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Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water.
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Dry thoroughly.
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Use sharp knife to score peel on each orange into 4 pieces.
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Remove peel; set aside.
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Chop fruit; place in small bowl.
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Trim and discard white membranes from peels.
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Cut peels into thin strips.
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Place 1-1/4 cups orange peel in medium saucepan.
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Add water.
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Bring to boil; cover.
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Simmer on medium-low heat 15 min., stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat.
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Add chopped oranges with their juices; mix well.
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Measure 4 cups fruit mixture into separate bowl.
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Stir in lemon juice.
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Combine pectin and 1/4 cup sugar.
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Gradually add to fruit mixture, mixing well after each addition.
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Let stand 30 min., stirring frequently.
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Add remaining sugar; stir 3 min.
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or until dissolved.
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Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch of tops.
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Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids.
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Let stand at room temperature 24 hours or until set.
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Jam is now ready to use.
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Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks, or freeze extra containers up to 1 year.
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If frozen, thaw in refrigerator before using.
