Mario Batali's Spicy Tomato Jam

A great addition to any sandwich!

skill level

Easy

time

60-120min

servings

over 12

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

You've had strawberry and raspberry jam. Try something new with this spicy tomato version.

things you'll need.

ingredients

kitchenware

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step 1

ingredients 2 pounds tomatoes on the vine (blanched with the skin removed)

instructions Score and blanch the tomatoes, place in ice bath and remove skin.
step 2

ingredients 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 lemon (juiced and zested)
salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

instructions Place tomatoes, sugar, honey, lemon juice and zest, salt and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Stir and bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer for about 15-20 minutes. Continue to cook allowing the mixture to come to about 220 degrees or a thick syrupy consistency, stirring occasionally, about 45-50 minutes.
step 3

instructions Put jam into a jar or use immediately.
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