Tomato jam

Ingredients

• 1 kg ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Step-by-step preparation

1. In a large pot, mix the tomatoes, sugar, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, ginger and cloves.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for about 60–90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture has thickened and reduced to a jam.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth.
6. Pour the jam into sterilized jars and seal the lids tightly.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, until completely cool and ready to serve.