Nectarine-Orange Marmalade

Directions

1. 1

   3 lb Of nectarines 3 Medium-size oranges 4 1/2 c Of sugar (2 1/4 pounds) Makes about 4 half-pints

2. 2

   Wash, blanch, peel and pit nectarines

3. 3

   wash the oranges

4. 4

   Remove the peel from 1 1/2 of the oranges and discard it

5. 5

   Put the nectarines and the peeled and unpeeled oranges through a meat grinder

6. 6

   There should be about 4 1/2 cups

7. 7

   Place the fruit in a preserving kettle, add 4 1/2 cups of sugar and bring slowly to a boil

8. 8

   Boil rapidly, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently