DAMSON PRESERVES

Slit damsons open and squeeze out seeds into a small saucepan. Put seeded damsons into a large pot. (Or skip the seeding and throw the whole damsons in the big pot.)
Barely cover the pits in the smaller pot with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Strain seeds in a colander and pour strained liquid into the big pot with the damsons. Stir in sugar and pectin. Bring rapidly to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened.
Pour into hot sterilized jars and seal.
Genevia Silverman’s recipe.