PEACHY PLUM PRESERVES

Steps:

• Combine the fruit and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Stir to mix well.
• Cover and let sit at room temperature for 6 hours, or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
• Spoon into a large Dutch oven.
• Bring slowly to a boil, stirring frequently.
• Boil gently until the fruit becomes almost clear and the syrup is thick, 40 - 50 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking.
• Ladle into clean, ½ pint jars. Cover with two-piece caps.
• Process in a water bath canner for 15 minutes.