Peach-Orange Conserve

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   Wash oranges and slice very thinly, discarding seeds.

2. 2

   Cut slices into quarters.

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   Or, if you want to use your food processor, grind the oranges using the steel blade.

4. 4

   Place oranges in a large heavy saucepan with the water and simmer, covered, over low heat until clear and soft-- about 30 minutes.

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   Add lemon rind, lemon juice, peaches and sugar.

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   Drain the cherry juice from the bottle and add to pot.

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   Stir well.

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   Cut cherries in half and set aside.

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   Over high heat, bring peach mixture to a boil.

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    Reduce heat and cook, uncovered, at a brisk simmer until the mixture thickens and the peaches turn translucent.

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    Expect this to take about 1 hour.

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    Stir frequently.

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    During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the cherries and almonds.

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    Remove from heat and skim off foam.

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    Bottle in hot sterilized mason jars and seal with prepared lids.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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