Makes 6 cups jam

To prepare jars, wash them thoroughly in warm soapy water, rinse them out well and place in a warm oven that has been turned off. this allows them to dry and warm so that they do not crack when filled with hot preserve. To peel peaches pour boiling water over the peaches, leave to stand for 1 to 3 minutes. Skins will peel off easily. If the peaches are very ripe the skins may be rubbed off without using boiling water. Sprinkle peaches with lemon juice to prevent discolouration if you are not going to cook them immediately.

Tip: This preserve is equally delicious when made with limes.