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Delightful Orange Marmalade Recipe (Orange Jam) - Mon Petit Four

Delightful Orange Marmalade Recipe Easy Orange Jam to Make at Home

This delightful orange marmalade recipe is a simple yet exquisite way to brighten your breakfast table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 4 medium fresh oranges washed and sliced thinly, including peel
Sweeteners and Additives
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the oranges thoroughly and slice them thinly, peel and all.
  2. In a large pot, combine sliced oranges, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 60 minutes until thickened.
  5. To test doneness, drop a spoonful onto a cold plate; if it holds its shape, it's ready.
  6. Pour hot marmalade into sterilized jars and seal tightly once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 13g

Notes

This marmalade can also be enhanced with a splash of rum or ginger for a unique flavor. Store in sterilized jars in the fridge for up to a month.

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