Preserving plums

By Kristina Seleshanko Issue #171 • May/June, 2018 I’ve read that the Chinese believe plums symbolize good luck; perhaps that’s why plums are one of the most cultivated fruits on earth. (Or maybe it’s just that plums taste great!) Along with apples and pears, plums are also among the most durable trees found on old […]

Do you have a plum tree that is loaded with fruit? Here are 4 simple methods of preserving plums that I use to get the most from my plum harvest!

Make your own prunes in less than 10 steps l Healthy, delicious prunes made from fresh plums are so simple to make yourself l Homestead Lady.com

Learn how to quickly pit plums for cooking or preserving!

Canning plums is a great way to preserve plums to savor summer all year long. Plums can be canned whole or in halves, plain or sweetened, with or without spices, with or without the pits, and by raw packing or hot packing. Learn how to can plums with this step by step guide.

Plum butter made in the slow cooker results in a rich, flavor fruitful spread ever so slightly nuanced with the almond notes of the plum pits.

Flaky, hand-held plum turnovers filled with fresh summer plums. It's a great recipe if the kids want to help.

This Plum Fruit Leather was a hit, especially with the kiddos! Follow these step by step pictures with only two ingredients. What a treat!

Make this easy homemade Plum Syrup with just 2 simple ingredients in 15 minutes! Enjoy it on pancakes, desserts, drinks, and more.

Easy Plum Jam is made with sweet, ripe, juicy plums. It is the ultimate way to preserve plums to enjoy throughout the coming months.