Spicy Tomato Jam

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   Combine allspice, cloves, red pepper flakes and mustard seeds in a piece of cheesecloth.

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   Tie securely with a length of kitchen string (to form a spice bag).

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   Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; place tomatoes in the water and cook until the skins split, 1 to 2 minutes.

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   Then plunge them into a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking.

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   Pat the tomatoes dry, peel them, cut into 1/4-inch pieces.

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   Place the tomatoes and all the remaining ingredients in a heavy saucepan.

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   Add the spice bag and slowly bring the mixture to a boil.

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   Then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.

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   NOTE: If using regular tomatoes you may need to simmer additional time and/or thicken somewhat with 1 to 2 teaspoons cornstarch.

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    Remove the pan from the heat and discard the spice bag.

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    Let the jam cool, refrigerate.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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