Peach Pie Filling Recipe

• 4 c. sliced peaches
• 1 c. granulated sugar
• 1/4 c. clear jel A
• 3/4 c. cool water
• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1/8 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
• 1/4 c. bottled lemon juice

1. Peel peaches.
2. To prevent darkening, use ascorbic and citric acid mixtures according to manufacturer's instructions.
3. Or possibly, add in 2 Tbsp.
4. each of salt and vinegar to a gallon of water.
5. Drop the fruit into the solution as it is peeled.
6. Don't leave the fruit in the solution longer than 20 min and rinse before using.
7. Combine sugar, clear jel A and cinnamon.
8. Stir together thoroughly.
9. Put water in large kettle.
10. Gradually add in dry ingredients, stirring constantly.
11. Stir and cook over medium high heat till mix thickens and begins to bubble.
12. Add in lemon juice and almond extract.
13. Boil 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
14. Drain peach slices and fold into mix.
15. Continue to heat for 3 min.
16. Fill jars without delay, leaving 1/2-inch headspace.
17. Put boiled lids and rings on jars and process immediately in a boiling water bath for 40 min after water comes to a boil.
18. Clear jel A is a modified food starch available through stores such as Magic Mill or possibly Kitchen Kneads.
19. Your local extension service office should also be able to tell you where it is available.
20. Don't substitute cornstarch.
21. The quality is not as good, nor does it store as well.

peaches, sugar, clear jel, water, cinnamon, almond, lemon juice

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/peach-pie-filling-31758 (may not work)