Plum Jam Recipe

Remove the stones from the plums and put the fruit into a large saucepan with the water. Simmer until the plums are tender. Add the sugar and stir until it has dissolved.
Boil rapidly for about 10 to 20 minutes until the setting point is reached. Take from the heat and leave for 10 minutes. Ladle into hot, sterilised jars, label and seal.

VARIATION add a tablespoon of grated root ginger when adding the sugar.