Rich Red Plum Jam

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red plums, pitted and chopped
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

Divide plums halves into two equal portions. In a non-reactive mixing bowl, mix first group of plum halves with 1 pound 4 ounces of sugar. Cut the remaining plum halves in half to make quarters. In a separate bowl, mix plum quarters with remaining 12 ounces sugar. Cover both bowls tightly and let stand at room temperature overnight.